2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Buick Lucerne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Buick Lucerne would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2006 Buick Lucerne. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 537 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Lucerne. (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Lucerne | 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Lucerne | Tahoe |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |