2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 2001 Suzuki Covie
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Covie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Covie 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 157 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Covie. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Covie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 1012 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Covie. 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) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Covie. (178 Nm). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Covie.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Lucerne | 2001 Suzuki Covie | |
| Make | Buick | Suzuki |
| Model | Lucerne | Covie |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3880 cc | 1327 cc |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 2950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
