2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 2002 Cadillac Le Mans
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Cadillac Le Mans. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Cadillac Le Mans would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac Le Mans is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans (600 HP) has 373 more horse power than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (227 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans should accelerate faster than 2009 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Le Mans weights approximately 178 kg more than 2009 Buick Lucerne. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Cadillac Le Mans is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Cadillac Le Mans. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans (400 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (321 Nm). This means 2002 Cadillac Le Mans will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Lucerne | 2002 Cadillac Le Mans | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Lucerne | Le Mans |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3880 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 600 HP |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2830 mm |
