2007 Buick Lucerne vs. 2002 Jeep Willys 2
To start off, 2007 Buick Lucerne is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jeep Willys 2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jeep Willys 2 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 116 more horse power than 2002 Jeep Willys 2. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2002 Jeep Willys 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 631 kg more than 2002 Jeep Willys 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Jeep Willys 2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Buick Lucerne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Jeep Willys 2 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, 2007 Buick Lucerne (400 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jeep Willys 2. (210 Nm). This means 2007 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jeep Willys 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick Lucerne | 2002 Jeep Willys 2 | |
| Make | Buick | Jeep |
| Model | Lucerne | Willys 2 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2420 mm |
