2008 BMW X5 vs. 2008 Buick Lucerne
To start off, both 2008 BMW X5 and 2008 Buick Lucerne were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2008 Buick Lucerne. (275 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2008 Buick Lucerne. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW X5 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 2008 BMW X5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 BMW X5 (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Buick Lucerne. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW X5 | 2008 Buick Lucerne | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | X5 | Lucerne |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4565 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2191 kg | 1946 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 68 L |