2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Montero 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 15 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. (212 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 378 kg more than 2009 Buick Lucerne.
Because 2004 Mitsubishi Montero 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 Mitsubishi Montero 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 Mitsubishi Montero (336 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (321 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Lucerne | 2004 Mitsubishi Montero | |
Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
Model | Lucerne | Montero |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3880 cc | 3828 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2730 mm |