2009 BMW 335 vs. 2007 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Buick Lucerne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Buick Lucerne would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Buick Lucerne. (198 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2007 Buick Lucerne.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Buick Lucerne (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335. 2007 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2007 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 335 | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3791 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
