2006 Subaru Baja 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 Subaru Baja. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Baja 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 62 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Baja. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 216 kg more than 2006 Subaru Baja. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Baja 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 Subaru Baja 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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Baja. 2010 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 2006 Subaru Baja has manual transmission. 2006 Subaru Baja 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 Subaru Baja | 2010 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Subaru | Buick |
| Model | Baja | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
