2004 BMW 530 vs. 2009 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 530 would be higher. At 3,880 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 530 (228 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (227 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2009 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 47 kg more than 2004 BMW 530.
Because 2004 BMW 530 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 2004 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Buick Lucerne (322 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 530. (290 Nm). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 530 | 2009 Buick Lucerne | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 530 | Lucerne |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2924 cc | 3880 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 322 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1617 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |