2003 Acura CL vs. 2009 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Acura CL would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Lucerne (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2003 Acura CL. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura CL.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Buick Lucerne (391 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura CL | 2009 Buick Lucerne | |
Make | Acura | Buick |
Model | CL | Lucerne |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 4565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |