2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 2002 Volkswagen Magellan
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Magellan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Magellan would be higher. At 3,880 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Magellan (275 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Magellan should accelerate faster than 2009 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 268 kg more than 2002 Volkswagen Magellan.
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, 2009 Buick Lucerne (321 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Magellan. (310 Nm). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Magellan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Lucerne | 2002 Volkswagen Magellan | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | Lucerne | Magellan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3880 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1349 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
