2008 Buick Lucerne vs. 2008 Renault Kangoo
To start off, both 2008 Buick Lucerne and 2008 Renault Kangoo were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick Lucerne (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 836 kg more than 2008 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Kangoo. 2008 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 2008 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2008 Renault Kangoo 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 | 2008 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Lucerne | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |