2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 2013 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2013 Ford Explorer is newer by 7 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, 2013 Ford Explorer (286 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Buick Lucerne. (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Lucerne.
Because 2013 Ford Explorer 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, 2013 Ford Explorer 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, 2006 Buick Lucerne (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Explorer. (346 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Lucerne | 2013 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Lucerne | Explorer |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5006 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2291 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1803 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |