2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1996 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 SsangYong Korando 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 148 more horse power than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (79 HP @ 4050 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1996 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 123 kg more than 2009 Buick Lucerne.
Because 1996 SsangYong Korando 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, 1996 SsangYong Korando 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 (321 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (150 Nm @ 2240 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 SsangYong Korando. 2009 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 1996 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 1996 SsangYong Korando 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.
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2009 Buick Lucerne | 1996 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Buick | SsangYong |
Model | Lucerne | Korando |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3880 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4050 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2240 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |