2008 Buick Lucerne vs. 2004 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Buick Lucerne is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick Lucerne (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2004 Honda Accord. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Accord weights approximately 28 kg more than 2008 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, 2004 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Buick Lucerne. (309 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Buick Lucerne. 2008 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 2004 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2004 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Buick Lucerne | 2004 Honda Accord | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Lucerne | Accord |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |