2008 Buick Lucerne vs. 2009 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2009 Dodge Caliber is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Buick Lucerne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Buick Lucerne would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick Lucerne (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (154 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 192 kg more than 2009 Dodge Caliber. 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, 2008 Buick Lucerne (309 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (190 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick Lucerne | 2009 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Lucerne | Caliber |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |
