2007 Buick Lucerne vs. 2006 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2007 Buick Lucerne is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chrysler 300 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 2006 Chrysler 300. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2007 Buick Lucerne.
Because 2006 Chrysler 300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Chrysler 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Buick Lucerne, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick Lucerne | 2006 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Lucerne | 300 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
