2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 2013 Lincoln MKS
To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKS 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 Lincoln MKS (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Buick Lucerne. (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKS should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Lucerne.
Because 2013 Lincoln MKS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Buick Lucerne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKS 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Lincoln MKS. (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Lincoln MKS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Lucerne | 2013 Lincoln MKS | |
Make | Buick | Lincoln |
Model | Lucerne | MKS |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5222 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2172 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1565 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2868 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |