2007 Ford Galaxy 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 Galaxy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Galaxy 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 138 more horse power than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 13 kg more than 2011 Buick Lucerne.
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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2011 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Galaxy. 2011 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Galaxy has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Galaxy 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 Galaxy | 2011 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Ford | Buick |
| Model | Galaxy | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1739 kg | 1726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
