2010 Buick Lucerne vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Buick Lucerne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Buick Lucerne would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2013 Ford E-Series. (222 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford E-Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 276 kg more than 2013 Ford E-Series. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford E-Series 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 2013 Ford E-Series. 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, 2013 Ford E-Series (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Buick Lucerne. (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Buick Lucerne | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Lucerne | E-Series |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3900 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1726 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5161 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1875 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 2085 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2936 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 150 L |