2007 Buick Lucerne vs. 2009 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Atos 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Lucerne (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 1061 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Atos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Atos. (84 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick Lucerne | 2009 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Buick | Hyundai |
| Model | Lucerne | Atos |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 35 L |
