2008 Buick Lucerne vs. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, both 2008 Buick Lucerne and 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 16 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 233 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (231 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Buick Lucerne | 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Buick | Suzuki |
Model | Lucerne | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |