2008 Buick Lucerne vs. 2005 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2008 Buick Lucerne is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 SsangYong Rexton 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 79 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 234 kg more than 2008 Buick Lucerne.
Because 2005 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Buick Lucerne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 3800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick Lucerne | 2005 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Buick | SsangYong |
| Model | Lucerne | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
