2008 Buick Lucerne vs. 2005 Ford Focus

To start off, 2008 Buick Lucerne is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Focus 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 147 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 733 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus. 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 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus. 2008 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Focus 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 2005 Ford Focus
Make Buick Ford
Model Lucerne Focus
Year Released 2008 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4565 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 275 HP 128 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 178 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4500 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1946 kg 1213 kg
Vehicle Length 5170 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2940 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 8.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 55 L


 

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