2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 2005 Buick Terraza
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Buick Terraza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Buick Terraza would be higher. At 3,880 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Lucerne (227 HP) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Buick Terraza. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Terraza weights approximately 411 kg more than 2009 Buick Lucerne.
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 (321 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Terraza. (298 Nm). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Lucerne | 2005 Buick Terraza | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | Lucerne | Terraza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3880 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 95 L |
