2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 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 Volvo S80 (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Buick Lucerne. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 83 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.
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 Volvo S80 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Lucerne. (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Lucerne | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Lucerne | S80 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1861 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1493 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2835 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.6 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
