2007 Buick Lucerne vs. 2001 Seat Tango
To start off, 2007 Buick Lucerne is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Seat Tango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Seat Tango 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 98 more horse power than 2001 Seat Tango. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Tango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 636 kg more than 2001 Seat Tango. 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Tango. (240 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Tango. 2007 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 2001 Seat Tango has manual transmission. 2001 Seat Tango 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 | 2001 Seat Tango | |
| Make | Buick | Seat |
| Model | Lucerne | Tango |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
