2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 2001 Suzuki Ignis
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 Ignis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Ignis 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 154 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Ignis.
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 (237 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Lucerne | 2001 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Buick | Suzuki |
| Model | Lucerne | Ignis |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3879 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1600 mm |
