2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 2003 Renault Espace
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Espace 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 90 more horse power than 2003 Renault Espace. (137 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Espace weights approximately 144 kg more than 2009 Buick Lucerne.
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 @ 2300 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Espace. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Espace. 2009 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 2003 Renault Espace has manual transmission. 2003 Renault Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Lucerne | 2003 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Lucerne | Espace |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3880 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1761 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 83 L |
