2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 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, 2006 Buick Lucerne (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2013 Volvo S60. (247 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo S60.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo S60. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Lucerne | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | Lucerne | S60 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2097 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1484 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |