2008 Buick Lucerne vs. 2012 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 4 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 99 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Tucson. (176 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 441 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Tucson. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Buick Lucerne | 2012 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Buick | Hyundai |
Model | Lucerne | Tucson |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4399 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |