2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 2001 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 3,879 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Lucerne (224 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ranger. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ranger.
Because 2001 Ford Ranger 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, 2001 Ford Ranger 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 (237 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Ranger. (203 Nm). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Lucerne | 2001 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Lucerne | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3879 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
