2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 3,880 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Boxster (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2009 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 377 kg more than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2004 Porsche Boxster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 2300 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (310 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Lucerne | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | Lucerne | Boxster |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3880 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 16.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |