2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 2008 Hyundai Veracruz
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2006 Buick Lucerne. (198 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 485 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Veracruz.
Because 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Buick Lucerne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz will offer significantly more control. 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 Hyundai Veracruz (349 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Lucerne. (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Lucerne | 2008 Hyundai Veracruz | |
Make | Buick | Hyundai |
Model | Lucerne | Veracruz |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 78 L |