2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 2013 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2013 Nissan Rogue 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, 2006 Buick Lucerne (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Rogue. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Rogue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 107 kg more than 2013 Nissan Rogue. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Rogue. (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Rogue.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Lucerne | 2013 Nissan Rogue | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Lucerne | Rogue |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4655 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.6 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |