2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 2008 Lexus SC
To start off, 2008 Lexus SC 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 4,291 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus SC (282 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2006 Buick Lucerne. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 131 kg more than 2008 Lexus SC.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Lexus SC (419 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Lucerne. (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Lucerne | 2008 Lexus SC | |
Make | Buick | Lexus |
Model | Lucerne | SC |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4291 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 419 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |