2008 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2010 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2010 Buick Lucerne is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. (167 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 449 kg more than 2010 Buick Lucerne.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Buick Lucerne. (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2010 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Buick |
| Model | ML | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2685 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 1726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
