2010 Buick Lucerne vs. 2004 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2010 Buick Lucerne is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 4,031 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B2500. (204 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 21 kg more than 2004 Mazda B2500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Buick Lucerne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B2500 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, 2004 Mazda B2500 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Buick Lucerne. (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Buick Lucerne | 2004 Mazda B2500 | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Lucerne | B2500 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3900 cc | 4031 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1726 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5161 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1875 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2936 mm | 2990 mm |