2007 Audi A3 vs. 2009 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A3 would be higher. At 3,880 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2007 Audi A3. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 112 kg more than 2007 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Buick Lucerne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 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 Buick Lucerne (321 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 2009 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | A3 | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1967 cc | 3880 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
