2007 Buick Lucerne vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2007 Buick Lucerne and 2007 Skoda Octavia were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Lucerne (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 210 kg more than 2007 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Octavia. 2007 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 2007 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 2007 Skoda Octavia 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 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Buick | Skoda |
Model | Lucerne | Octavia |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |