2009 Acura MDX vs. 2006 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2009 Acura MDX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Buick Lucerne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Buick Lucerne would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2006 Buick Lucerne. (198 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura MDX weights approximately 302 kg more than 2006 Buick Lucerne. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Buick Lucerne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX 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, 2009 Acura MDX (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Lucerne. (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura MDX | 2006 Buick Lucerne | |
Make | Acura | Buick |
Model | MDX | Lucerne |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 3786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 308 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 68 L |