2008 Buick Lucerne vs. 2013 Ford EDGE
To start off, 2013 Ford EDGE is newer by 5 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, 2013 Ford EDGE (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2008 Buick Lucerne. (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford EDGE should accelerate faster than 2008 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford EDGE weights approximately 76 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 2013 Ford EDGE is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Buick Lucerne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford EDGE 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, 2008 Buick Lucerne (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford EDGE. (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford EDGE.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Buick Lucerne | 2013 Ford EDGE | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Lucerne | EDGE |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 2022 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4679 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2223 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2824 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |