2008 Mini Cooper 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 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick Lucerne (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2008 Mini Cooper. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2008 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 673 kg more than 2008 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Buick Lucerne (390 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper. 2010 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 2008 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2008 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mini Cooper | 2010 Buick Lucerne | |
Make | Mini | Buick |
Model | Cooper | Lucerne |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1813 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5161 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2936 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |