2007 Buick Lucerne vs. 2008 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2008 Kia Sedona is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Buick Lucerne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Buick Lucerne 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 12 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sedona. (264 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 661 kg more than 2008 Kia Sedona. 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sedona. (350 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Buick Lucerne | 2008 Kia Sedona | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Lucerne | Sedona |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |