2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen would be higher. At 13,600 cc (16 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen (1,001 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 774 more horse power than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen should accelerate faster than 2009 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen weights approximately 653 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 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen 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 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen. 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, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen (1,356 Nm) has 1035 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (321 Nm). This means 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Lucerne | 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Lucerne | V Sixteen |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3879 cc | 13600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 1001 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 1356 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3560 mm |
