2008 Hyundai Trajet vs. 2011 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2011 Buick Lucerne is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hyundai Trajet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai Trajet would be higher. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. (171 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 126 kg more than 2011 Buick Lucerne.
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, 2011 Buick Lucerne (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Trajet.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Trajet | 2011 Buick Lucerne | |
Make | Hyundai | Buick |
Model | Trajet | Lucerne |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 3900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1726 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5161 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2936 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |