2007 Buick Lucerne vs. 2000 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2007 Buick Lucerne is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Lucerne (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Primera. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 636 kg more than 2000 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Buick Lucerne (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Primera. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Primera. 2007 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 2000 Nissan Primera has manual transmission. 2000 Nissan Primera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick Lucerne | 2000 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Lucerne | Primera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2610 mm |
