2008 Buick Lucerne vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Buick Lucerne is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 2008 Buick Lucerne. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2008 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 218 kg more than 2008 Buick Lucerne. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Buick Lucerne, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (701 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Buick Lucerne. (309 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick Lucerne | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Lucerne | E |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 469 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 701 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
