2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M 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 Mercedes-Benz M (237 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Buick Lucerne. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M weights approximately 558 kg more than 2006 Buick Lucerne. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz M 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 Mercedes-Benz M 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 Mercedes-Benz M (617 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Lucerne. (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Lucerne | 2013 Mercedes-Benz M | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Lucerne | M |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 617 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 15.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4804 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2915 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.6 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
