2006 Nissan Patrol 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 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Patrol 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 69 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Patrol. (158 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Patrol.
Because 2006 Nissan Patrol 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 Nissan Patrol. 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, 2006 Nissan Patrol (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Buick Lucerne. (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Buick Lucerne. 2010 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 2006 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 2006 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Patrol | 2010 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Nissan | Buick |
| Model | Patrol | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 135 L | 70 L |
