2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 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 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren would be higher. At 5,438 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (617 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 2011 Buick Lucerne. (292 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2011 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 45 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 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 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Buick Lucerne. (390 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | 2011 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Buick |
| Model | SLR McLaren | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5438 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 617 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 780 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1768 kg | 1813 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 68 L |
