2008 Buick Lucerne vs. 2013 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen CC 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 Volkswagen CC (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Buick Lucerne. (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2008 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 198 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen CC.
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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen CC. (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Buick Lucerne | 2013 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Lucerne | CC |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1748 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4799 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2711 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |