2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 2009 Lexus GX
To start off, 2009 Lexus GX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Buick Lucerne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Buick Lucerne would be higher. At 4,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Lucerne (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Lexus GX. (263 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2009 Lexus GX.
Because 2009 Lexus GX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Buick Lucerne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lexus GX will offer significantly more control. 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 Lexus GX (438 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Lucerne. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Lucerne | 2009 Lexus GX | |
Make | Buick | Lexus |
Model | Lucerne | GX |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 4670 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 438 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 87 L |