2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 2004 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Mark II 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 68 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Mark II. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Mark II.
Because 2004 Toyota Mark II 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 Toyota Mark II 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 (237 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Mark II. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Lucerne | 2004 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Lucerne | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3879 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
