2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado
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 Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1043 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 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (321 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Silverado | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Lucerne | Silverado |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3880 cc | 5965 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 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 2660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 6510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 4250 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 129 L |