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 |