2008 Audi Q7 vs. 2011 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2011 Buick Lucerne is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi Q7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi Q7 would be higher. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi Q7 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2011 Buick Lucerne. (227 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2011 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi Q7 weights approximately 514 kg more than 2011 Buick Lucerne. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Buick Lucerne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Audi Q7 (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Buick Lucerne. (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi Q7 | 2011 Buick Lucerne | |
Make | Audi | Buick |
Model | Q7 | Lucerne |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3595 cc | 3900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1726 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5161 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2936 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 68 L |