2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1995 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Lucerne (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1995 Jeep Cherokee. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1995 Jeep Cherokee.
Because 1995 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Buick Lucerne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Jeep Cherokee 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 Buick Lucerne (391 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Jeep Cherokee. (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Jeep Cherokee. 2009 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 1995 Jeep Cherokee has manual transmission. 1995 Jeep Cherokee will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Lucerne | 1995 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Buick | Jeep |
| Model | Lucerne | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| 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 Length | 5170 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2580 mm |
