2008 Buick Lucerne vs. 2008 Holden Caprice
To start off, both 2008 Buick Lucerne and 2008 Holden Caprice were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Holden Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Holden Caprice (344 HP) has 69 more horse power than 2008 Buick Lucerne. (275 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Holden Caprice should accelerate faster than 2008 Buick Lucerne.
Because 2008 Holden Caprice 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 2008 Holden Caprice. 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, 2008 Holden Caprice (530 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Buick Lucerne. (400 Nm). This means 2008 Holden Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick Lucerne | 2008 Holden Caprice | |
| Make | Buick | Holden |
| Model | Lucerne | Caprice |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 344 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
