2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 2005 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (224 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Buick Lucerne.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Corvette 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 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (544 Nm) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (237 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Lucerne | 2005 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Lucerne | Corvette |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3879 cc | 5965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 544 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |