2008 Buick Lucerne vs. 2005 Nissan Quest
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 Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Quest would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Quest (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2008 Buick Lucerne. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2008 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 38 kg more than 2005 Nissan Quest.
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, 2005 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Buick Lucerne. (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Buick Lucerne | 2005 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Lucerne | Quest |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |