2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2006 Buick Lucerne. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 26 kg more than 2013 Ford Mustang.
Because 2013 Ford Mustang 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 2013 Ford Mustang. 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (380 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Lucerne. (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Lucerne | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Lucerne | Mustang |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1591 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1412 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.6 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |