2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 2001 Toyota Allion
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Allion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Allion would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Lucerne (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Allion. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Allion.
Because 2001 Toyota Allion 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 Toyota Allion 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 (391 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Allion. (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Allion.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Lucerne | 2001 Toyota Allion | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Lucerne | Allion |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |