2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 2003 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2003 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford F-150 weights approximately 458 kg more than 2009 Buick Lucerne.
Because 2003 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Buick Lucerne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (322 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2003 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Lucerne | 2003 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Lucerne | F-150 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3880 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3050 mm |