2007 Buick Lucerne vs. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 6 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 142 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. (134 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 539 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. (201 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Buick Lucerne | 2013 Chevrolet Cruze | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Lucerne | Cruze |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1407 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4597 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 59 L |