2007 Ford Escape 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 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Escape would be higher. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2007 Ford Escape. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Escape.
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, 2011 Buick Lucerne (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Escape. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Escape. 2011 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Escape has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Escape will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Escape | 2011 Buick Lucerne | |
Make | Ford | Buick |
Model | Escape | Lucerne |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 3900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5161 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2936 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 68 L |