2006 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota RAV4 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 23 more horse power than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 457 kg more than 2006 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 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 (390 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota RAV4 | 2010 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Toyota | Buick |
| Model | RAV4 | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3540 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1813 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
