2011 Buick Lucerne vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Buick Lucerne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Buick Lucerne would be higher. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (298 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2011 Buick Lucerne. (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2011 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 131 kg more than 2011 Buick Lucerne. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz E 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 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Mercedes-Benz E (370 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Buick Lucerne. (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Buick Lucerne | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Lucerne | E |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3900 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1694 kg | 1825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5161 mm | 4868 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1875 mm | 2071 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1474 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2936 mm | 2874 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11 L/100km |