2007 Buick Lucerne vs. 2003 Buick Blackhawk
To start off, 2007 Buick Lucerne is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Buick Blackhawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Buick Blackhawk would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Lucerne (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2003 Buick Blackhawk. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Blackhawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Blackhawk weights approximately 83 kg more than 2007 Buick Lucerne.
Because 2003 Buick Blackhawk is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Buick Blackhawk. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Buick Lucerne, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (692 Nm) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Buick Lucerne. (400 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick Lucerne | 2003 Buick Blackhawk | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | Lucerne | Blackhawk |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 7458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 692 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3280 mm |
