2007 Buick Lucerne vs. 2013 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2013 Nissan Versa 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 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 90 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Versa. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 426 kg more than 2013 Nissan Versa. 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 (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Versa. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Buick Lucerne | 2013 Nissan Versa | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Lucerne | Versa |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1124 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4455 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1514 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 41 L |