2008 BMW 328 vs. 2006 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Buick Lucerne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Buick Lucerne would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2006 Buick Lucerne. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Lucerne.
Because 2008 BMW 328 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Buick Lucerne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 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, 2006 Buick Lucerne (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 328 | 2006 Buick Lucerne | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 328 | Lucerne |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 308 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |