2007 Buick Lucerne vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2007 Buick Lucerne. (198 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 20 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Buick Lucerne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Buick Lucerne. (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Buick Lucerne | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | Lucerne | 911 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1320 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 67 L |