2006 Ford Escape vs. 2010 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2010 Buick Lucerne is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Escape would be higher. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (155 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 11 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Buick Lucerne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape 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, 2010 Buick Lucerne (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Escape | 2010 Buick Lucerne | |
Make | Ford | Buick |
Model | Escape | Lucerne |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 3900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1726 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5161 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2936 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |