2008 Buick Lucerne vs. 2009 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Xterra 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Xterra (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2008 Buick Lucerne. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2008 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 327 kg more than 2009 Nissan Xterra.
Because 2009 Nissan Xterra 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 Nissan Xterra 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 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Buick Lucerne. (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Buick Lucerne. 2008 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan Xterra has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan Xterra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick Lucerne | 2009 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Lucerne | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
