2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 3,879 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (180 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 147 kg more than 2009 Buick Lucerne.
Because 2004 Nissan Xterra 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 Nissan Xterra 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, 2009 Buick Lucerne (321 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (274 Nm). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Lucerne | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Lucerne | Xterra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3879 cc | 3278 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 274 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1764 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 73 L |