2007 Buick Lucerne vs. 2005 Porsche 996
To start off, 2007 Buick Lucerne is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (318 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2007 Buick Lucerne. (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2007 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 65 kg more than 2005 Porsche 996.
Because 2005 Porsche 996 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, 2005 Porsche 996 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 996. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 996. 2007 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 2005 Porsche 996 has manual transmission. 2005 Porsche 996 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick Lucerne | 2005 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | Lucerne | 996 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
