2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2008 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 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 4,132 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2008 Buick Lucerne. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 803 kg more than 2008 Buick Lucerne. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 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 Audi Q7 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 Audi Q7 (760 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Buick Lucerne. (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 2008 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | Q7 | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4132 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 760 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 68 L |
