2010 Buick Lucerne vs. 2007 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2010 Buick Lucerne is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2010 Buick Lucerne. (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2010 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 53 kg more than 2007 Jaguar S-Type.
Because 2007 Jaguar S-Type 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 2007 Jaguar S-Type. 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, 2010 Buick Lucerne (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar S-Type. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Buick Lucerne | 2007 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Buick | Jaguar |
| Model | Lucerne | S-Type |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3900 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1726 kg | 1673 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5161 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1875 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2936 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
