2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1997 Daihatsu Feroza
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Daihatsu Feroza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Daihatsu Feroza 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) has 132 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Feroza. (95 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Feroza.
Because 1997 Daihatsu Feroza 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, 1997 Daihatsu Feroza 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) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Feroza. (130 Nm). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Feroza. 2009 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 1997 Daihatsu Feroza has manual transmission. 1997 Daihatsu Feroza 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 | 1997 Daihatsu Feroza | |
| Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
| Model | Lucerne | Feroza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3880 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 95 HP |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2180 mm |
