2008 Buick Lucerne vs. 2006 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2008 Buick Lucerne is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick Lucerne (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 Honda CR-V. (156 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 134 kg more than 2008 Buick Lucerne.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V 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, 2006 Honda CR-V 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 (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda CR-V. (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Buick Lucerne | 2006 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Lucerne | CR-V |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 1992 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |