2006 Mazda B2300 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 Mazda B2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda B2300 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick Lucerne (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2006 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 455 kg more than 2006 Mazda B2300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mazda B2300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Mazda B2300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (390 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda B2300 | 2010 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Mazda | Buick |
| Model | B2300 | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 4600 cc |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 1813 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
