2007 Buick Lucerne vs. 2010 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XJ is newer by 3 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 5 more horse power than 2010 Jaguar XJ. (271 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2010 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 150 kg more than 2010 Jaguar XJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Jaguar XJ 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 2010 Jaguar XJ. 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, 2010 Jaguar XJ (600 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Buick Lucerne. (400 Nm). This means 2010 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Buick Lucerne | 2010 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Buick | Jaguar |
Model | Lucerne | XJ |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 600 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1796 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5127 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1456 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3157 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 82 L |