2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 2004 Dodge Neon
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Neon 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 95 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Neon. (132 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 591 kg more than 2004 Dodge Neon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Neon. (176 Nm). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Lucerne | 2004 Dodge Neon | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Lucerne | Neon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3880 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 176 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 1171 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 47 L |