2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 3,879 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Lucerne (224 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (188 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna.
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, 1995 Renault Laguna (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (237 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Lucerne | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Lucerne | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3879 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
