2008 Buick Lucerne vs. 2007 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2008 Buick Lucerne is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Tata Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Tata Indigo 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 127 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indigo. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 477 kg more than 2007 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Buick Lucerne (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indigo. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indigo. 2008 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 2007 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2007 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Buick Lucerne | 2007 Tata Indigo | |
Make | Buick | Tata |
Model | Lucerne | Indigo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 42 L |