2007 Buick Lucerne vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Buick Lucerne. (198 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2007 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 117 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 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 Mercedes-Benz SLK (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Buick Lucerne. (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick Lucerne | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Lucerne | SLK |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4135 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2431 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
