2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 2006 BMW 318
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 318 would be higher. At 3,879 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2006 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 222 kg more than 2006 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 318 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 2006 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Buick Lucerne (321 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Lucerne | 2006 BMW 318 | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | Lucerne | 318 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3879 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |