Model Year | 2006 | 2012 | |
Model | Buick Lucerne | Ford Explorer | |
Engine | 4.6L V8 DOHC-4v 275 hp@6000 295 lb-ft@4400 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 290 hp@6500 255 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 115.6 in | 112.6 in | 3 in |
Length | 203.2 in | 197.1 in | 6.1 in |
Width | 73.8 in | 78.9 in | -5.1 in |
Height | 58.0 in | 70.4 in | -12.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3969 lb. | 4557 lb. | -588 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 18.6 gal. | -0.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.5 in | 40.6 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.0 in | 61.3 in | -3.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.1 in | 57.3 in | -1.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.5 in | 40.6 in | 1.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.7 in | 40.5 in | -2.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.0 in | 61.0 in | -4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 57.0 in | 56.7 in | 0.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 41.4 in | 39.8 in | 1.6 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.8 in | -37.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.8 in | -50.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 40.7 in | -40.7 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 33.2 in | -33.2 in |
Total Legroom | 83.9 in (over 2 rows) | 113.6 in (over 3 rows) | -29.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 17.0 ft3 | 21.0 ft3 | -4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 17.0 | 43.8 ft3 | -26.8 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 17.0 ft3 | 80.7 ft3 | -63.7 ft3 |
2006 Buick Lucerne Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 275-horsepower 4.6L V8 4-speed automatic FWD |
this seat with Heat is just amazing. It sucks you in and makes the ride alot more enjoyable see full Buick Lucerne review |
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