2008 Buick Lucerne vs. 2005 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2008 Buick Lucerne is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Elantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Elantra 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 2005 Hyundai Elantra. (139 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 422 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Elantra. 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 (309 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm). This means 2008 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick Lucerne | 2005 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Buick | Hyundai |
| Model | Lucerne | Elantra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1995 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 | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
