2009 Audi R8 vs. 2010 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2010 Buick Lucerne is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi R8 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2010 Buick Lucerne. (227 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 129 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Buick Lucerne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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 R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Buick Lucerne. (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi R8 | 2010 Buick Lucerne | |
Make | Audi | Buick |
Model | R8 | Lucerne |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1694 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5161 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2936 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |