2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 2013 Lincoln MKT
To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKT 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 MKT (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2006 Buick Lucerne. (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKT should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Lucerne.
Because 2013 Lincoln MKT 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 MKT 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, 2013 Lincoln MKT (475 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Lucerne. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Lincoln MKT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Lucerne | 2013 Lincoln MKT | |
Make | Buick | Lincoln |
Model | Lucerne | MKT |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5273 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2177 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1712 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2995 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |