2007 Buick Lucerne vs. 2004 Honda Z

To start off, 2007 Buick Lucerne is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Z 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 147 more horse power than 2004 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 590 kg more than 2004 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Honda Z 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, 2004 Honda Z 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 (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Z. (62 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Z.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Buick Lucerne 2004 Honda Z
Make Buick Honda
Model Lucerne Z
Year Released 2007 2004
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 656 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 198 HP 51 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 308 Nm 62 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 97 mm 66 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 64 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1550 kg 960 kg
Vehicle Length 5170 mm 3410 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1490 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 2940 mm 2370 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 35 L


 

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