2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 2009 Pontiac Torrent
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Torrent 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac Torrent (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2006 Buick Lucerne. (198 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Torrent should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 221 kg more than 2009 Pontiac Torrent.
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 Pontiac Torrent (339 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Lucerne. (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac Torrent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Lucerne | 2009 Pontiac Torrent | |
Make | Buick | Pontiac |
Model | Lucerne | Torrent |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |