2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 2008 Renault Symbol
To start off, 2008 Renault Symbol 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) has 201 more horse power than 2008 Renault Symbol. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Symbol.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2006 Buick Lucerne (400 Nm) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Symbol. (105 Nm). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Symbol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Lucerne | 2008 Renault Symbol | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Lucerne | Symbol |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2473 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
