2007 Buick Lucerne vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, both 2007 Buick Lucerne and 2007 Mercedes-Benz S were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,512 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 2007 Buick Lucerne. (198 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2007 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 563 kg more than 2007 Buick Lucerne. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz S 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 Mercedes-Benz S. 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 Mercedes-Benz S (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 522 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Buick Lucerne. (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Buick Lucerne | 2007 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Lucerne | S |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5512 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 830 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 2180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3170 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |