2007 Buick Lucerne vs. 2011 Peugeot 5008
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 5008 is newer by 4 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, 2007 Buick Lucerne (198 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot 5008. (161 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot 5008.
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, 2011 Peugeot 5008 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Buick Lucerne. (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Peugeot 5008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick Lucerne | 2011 Peugeot 5008 | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | Lucerne | 5008 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2735 mm |
