2008 Buick Lucerne vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2008 Buick Lucerne is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Pathfinder 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 5 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (270 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 90 kg more than 2008 Buick Lucerne.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Buick Lucerne (400 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (395 Nm). This means 2008 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Buick Lucerne | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Lucerne | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3949 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 395 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 2036 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |