2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 2001 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 3,880 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden Monaro (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2009 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 15 kg more than 2001 Holden Monaro.
Because 2001 Holden Monaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Holden Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Holden Monaro (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (321 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2001 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Lucerne | 2001 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Buick | Holden |
Model | Lucerne | Monaro |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3880 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1602 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2800 mm |