2007 Buick Lucerne vs. 2003 Skoda Superb
To start off, 2007 Buick Lucerne is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Skoda Superb. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Skoda Superb would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Lucerne (198 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Superb. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Superb. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Skoda Superb weights approximately 26 kg more than 2007 Buick Lucerne.
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 (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Skoda Superb. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Skoda Superb.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick Lucerne | 2003 Skoda Superb | |
| Make | Buick | Skoda |
| Model | Lucerne | Superb |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |
