2008 Buick Lucerne vs. 2010 Lincoln MKT
To start off, 2010 Lincoln MKT 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 7 more horse power than 2010 Lincoln MKT. (268 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2010 Lincoln MKT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lincoln MKT weights approximately 95 kg more than 2008 Buick Lucerne.
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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lincoln MKT. (362 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lincoln MKT.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Buick Lucerne | 2010 Lincoln MKT | |
Make | Buick | Lincoln |
Model | Lucerne | MKT |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 2041 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5273 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1712 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2995 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |