2007 Buick Lucerne vs. 2006 Buick Terraza

To start off, 2007 Buick Lucerne is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Buick Terraza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Buick Terraza would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Lucerne (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2006 Buick Terraza. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Terraza.

Because 2006 Buick Terraza 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, 2006 Buick Terraza 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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Terraza. (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Terraza.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Buick Lucerne 2006 Buick Terraza
Make Buick Buick
Model Lucerne Terraza
Year Released 2007 2006
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4565 cc 3491 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 276 HP 196 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 289 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 3200 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1946 kg 1946 kg
Vehicle Length 5170 mm 5210 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1840 mm
Wheelbase Size 2940 mm 3080 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.4 L/100km 10.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 14 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 12.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 95 L


 

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