2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 2004 Porsche Cayenne
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 Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 3,879 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Cayenne (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2009 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 543 kg more than 2009 Buick Lucerne. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne 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 @ 2300 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche Cayenne. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Lucerne | 2004 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | Lucerne | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3879 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 2160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |