2008 Buick Lucerne vs. 2009 Ford Edge
To start off, 2009 Ford Edge 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Edge (261 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2008 Buick Lucerne. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2008 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 892 kg more than 2009 Ford Edge.
Because 2009 Ford Edge is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Buick Lucerne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge 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, 2008 Buick Lucerne (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Edge. (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick Lucerne | 2009 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Lucerne | Edge |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
