2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 2000 Saturn LW
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Saturn LW. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Saturn LW 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 45 more horse power than 2000 Saturn LW. (182 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2000 Saturn LW. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 139 kg more than 2000 Saturn LW. 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn LW. (257 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn LW.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Lucerne | 2000 Saturn LW | |
Make | Buick | Saturn |
Model | Lucerne | LW |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3880 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |