2008 Buick Lucerne vs. 2010 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2010 Lincoln Navigator 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lincoln Navigator (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 Buick Lucerne. (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2008 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 795 kg more than 2008 Buick Lucerne. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Lincoln Navigator 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 2010 Lincoln Navigator. 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, 2010 Lincoln Navigator (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Buick Lucerne. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Buick Lucerne | 2010 Lincoln Navigator | |
Make | Buick | Lincoln |
Model | Lucerne | Navigator |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 2741 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5672 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1989 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3327 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 127 L |