2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi Montero 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 127 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 333 kg more than 2009 Buick Lucerne.
Because 2001 Mitsubishi Montero 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 Mitsubishi Montero 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 (321 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. 2009 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 2001 Mitsubishi Montero has manual transmission. 2001 Mitsubishi Montero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Lucerne | 2001 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Lucerne | Montero |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3880 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2730 mm |
