2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 2002 Chrysler Concorde
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chrysler Concorde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chrysler Concorde would be higher. At 3,879 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chrysler Concorde (251 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chrysler Concorde should accelerate faster than 2009 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chrysler Concorde weights approximately 1 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.
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, 2002 Chrysler Concorde (340 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (321 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2002 Chrysler Concorde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Lucerne | 2002 Chrysler Concorde | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Lucerne | Concorde |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3879 cc | 3516 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1618 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
