2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 2000 Volvo V70
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volvo V70 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 89 more horse power than 2000 Volvo V70. (138 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2000 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 137 kg more than 2000 Volvo V70. 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 (322 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volvo V70. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Lucerne | 2000 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Lucerne | V70 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3880 cc | 2520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3750 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 | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
