2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1994 Infiniti G20
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Infiniti G20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Infiniti G20 would be higher. At 3,880 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1994 Infiniti G20. (141 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1994 Infiniti G20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 517 kg more than 1994 Infiniti G20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Buick Lucerne (321 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Infiniti G20. (181 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Infiniti G20.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Lucerne | 1994 Infiniti G20 | |
Make | Buick | Infiniti |
Model | Lucerne | G20 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3880 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2560 mm |