2007 Buick Lucerne vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, both 2007 Buick Lucerne and 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,438 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (617 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 2007 Buick Lucerne. (198 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2007 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren weights approximately 218 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 SLR McLaren 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 SLR McLaren. 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 SLR McLaren (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Buick Lucerne. (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 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 SLR McLaren | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Lucerne | SLR McLaren |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 617 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 780 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1768 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |