2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 2001 Toyota RSC
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 RSC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota RSC would be higher. At 4,164 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota RSC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2001 Toyota RSC. (194 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota RSC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 221 kg more than 2001 Toyota RSC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota RSC 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 RSC 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) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota RSC. (284 Nm). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota RSC. 2009 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota RSC has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota RSC 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 Toyota RSC | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Lucerne | RSC |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3880 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1396 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2510 mm |
