2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 2004 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2009 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1057 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (321 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Lucerne | 2004 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Lucerne | Express |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3880 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 488 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 2674 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 117 L |