2008 Buick Lucerne vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Buick Lucerne is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick Lucerne (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Touran. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 615 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Touran. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Buick Lucerne (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Touran. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Buick Lucerne | 2004 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Lucerne | Touran |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1331 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |