2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 2004 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Zafira 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 (224 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2004 Opel Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Zafira.
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 (237 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Lucerne | 2004 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | Lucerne | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3879 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
