2008 Buick Lucerne vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2008 Buick Lucerne. (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 472 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 2011 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram. 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 Dodge Ram (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Buick Lucerne. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Buick Lucerne | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Lucerne | Ram |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 551 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 2418 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5817 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3569 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |