2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 2008 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2008 Ford Explorer 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 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Lucerne (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2008 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Explorer.
Because 2008 Ford Explorer 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 Ford Explorer. 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, 2006 Buick Lucerne (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Explorer. (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Lucerne | 2008 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Lucerne | Explorer |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 4013 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3320 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 85 L |