2007 Acura TL vs. 2008 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2008 Buick Lucerne is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2008 Buick Lucerne. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2008 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 458 kg more than 2007 Acura TL.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Acura TL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Buick Lucerne. (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura TL | 2008 Buick Lucerne | |
Make | Acura | Buick |
Model | TL | Lucerne |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 308 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1858 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |