2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 2000 Saturn SC
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 SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Saturn SC 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 105 more horse power than 2000 Saturn SC. (122 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2000 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 692 kg more than 2000 Saturn SC. 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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn SC. (165 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Lucerne | 2000 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Buick | Saturn |
| Model | Lucerne | SC |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3880 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2610 mm |
