2008 Buick Lucerne vs. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2008 Buick Lucerne. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2008 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 425 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 2012 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Buick Lucerne. (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Buick Lucerne | 2012 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Lucerne | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 2283 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4884 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1847 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |