2007 Buick Lucerne vs. 2006 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2007 Buick Lucerne is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Xterra 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 11 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Xterra. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 416 kg more than 2006 Nissan Xterra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Xterra 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 Nissan Xterra 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Xterra. (386 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Buick Lucerne | 2006 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Lucerne | Xterra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 386 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |