2007 Buick Lucerne vs. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, both 2007 Buick Lucerne and 2007 Chevrolet Silverado were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Lucerne (198 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. (196 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. 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 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Buick Lucerne. (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Buick Lucerne. 2007 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 2007 Chevrolet Silverado has manual transmission. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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 | 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Lucerne | Silverado |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 196 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 6030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3890 mm |