2008 Buick Lucerne vs. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 3 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 2008 Buick Lucerne. (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 506 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Corvette 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 2011 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Buick Lucerne. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Buick Lucerne. 2008 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 2011 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette 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 | 2011 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Lucerne | Corvette |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 7000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 505 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1237 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |