2008 Buick Lucerne vs. 2012 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XF 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XF (237 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2008 Buick Lucerne. (197 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2008 Buick Lucerne.
Because 2012 Jaguar XF 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 2012 Jaguar XF. 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, 2012 Jaguar XF (500 Nm) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Buick Lucerne. (308 Nm). This means 2012 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick Lucerne | 2012 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Buick | Jaguar |
| Model | Lucerne | XF |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 237 HP |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
