2007 Buick Lucerne vs. 2012 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Xterra is newer by 5 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2007 Buick Lucerne. (198 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2007 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 262 kg more than 2007 Buick Lucerne. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan Xterra 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 2012 Nissan Xterra. 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, 2012 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Buick Lucerne. (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Buick Lucerne | 2012 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Lucerne | Xterra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1879 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4539 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1902 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |