2007 Buick Lucerne vs. 2006 Lexus IS
To start off, 2007 Buick Lucerne is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lexus IS would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus IS (306 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2007 Buick Lucerne. (198 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2007 Buick Lucerne.
Because 2006 Lexus IS 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 Lexus IS. 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, 2006 Lexus IS (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Buick Lucerne. (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Buick Lucerne | 2006 Lexus IS | |
Make | Buick | Lexus |
Model | Lucerne | IS |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |