2008 Buick Lucerne vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Buick Lucerne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Buick Lucerne would be higher. 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 15 more horse power than 2010 BMW X5. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 314 kg more than 2008 Buick Lucerne.
Because 2010 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Buick Lucerne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 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 (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW X5. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Buick Lucerne | 2010 BMW X5 | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | Lucerne | X5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 2260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1765 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2934 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 85 L |