2006 Buick Terraza vs. 2009 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Buick Terraza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Buick Terraza would be higher. At 3,879 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Lucerne (224 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2006 Buick Terraza. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Terraza.
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, 2006 Buick Terraza (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (237 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Terraza | 2009 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | Terraza | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3879 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
