2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,879 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (224 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2009 Buick Lucerne.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy (343 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (237 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Lucerne | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | Lucerne | Legacy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3879 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |