2007 Buick Lucerne vs. 2009 Chrysler PT Dream Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Chrysler PT Dream Cruiser is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Buick Lucerne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Buick Lucerne would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Lucerne (198 HP) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler PT Dream Cruiser. (178 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler PT Dream Cruiser.
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, 2007 Buick Lucerne (308 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler PT Dream Cruiser. (210 Nm). This means 2007 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler PT Dream Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick Lucerne | 2009 Chrysler PT Dream Cruiser | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Lucerne | PT Dream Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 178 HP |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 101 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
