2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 2002 Lexus IS
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lexus IS would be higher. At 3,880 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2002 Lexus IS. (201 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2002 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 77 kg more than 2002 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Lexus IS 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 Lexus IS. 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, 2009 Buick Lucerne (322 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lexus IS. (296 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Lucerne | 2002 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Buick | Lexus |
| Model | Lucerne | IS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3880 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |
