2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf

To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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 59 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 223 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Lucerne. (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Lucerne.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Buick Lucerne 2013 Volkswagen Golf
Make Buick Volkswagen
Model Lucerne Golf
Year Released 2006 2013
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3786 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 308 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 97 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 95 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.4:1 16.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1617 kg 1394 kg
Vehicle Length 5170 mm 4201 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1786 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2940 mm 2578 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 8.6 L/100km 4.6 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 12.5 L/100km 6.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 55 L


 

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