2007 Buick Lucerne vs. 2013 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 300 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chrysler 300 (358 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2007 Buick Lucerne. (198 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2007 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 431 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 2013 Chrysler 300 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Buick Lucerne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Chrysler 300 (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Buick Lucerne. (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Buick Lucerne | 2013 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Buick | Chrysler |
Model | Lucerne | 300 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 358 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 534 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 2048 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5044 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3052 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |