2008 Buick Lucerne vs. 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick Lucerne (275 HP) has 37 more horse power than 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (238 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Because 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Buick Lucerne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee (410 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Buick Lucerne. (400 Nm). This means 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick Lucerne | 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Buick | Jeep |
| Model | Lucerne | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 238 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1755 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
