2007 Cadillac STS vs. 2011 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2011 Buick Lucerne is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Cadillac STS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Cadillac STS would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Buick Lucerne (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac STS. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac STS.
Because 2007 Cadillac STS 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 2007 Cadillac STS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Buick Lucerne (390 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac STS. (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac STS | 2011 Buick Lucerne | |
Make | Cadillac | Buick |
Model | STS | Lucerne |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5161 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2936 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |