2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 2005 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Daihatsu Sirion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Daihatsu Sirion 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 @ 5700 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Sirion. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 822 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Sirion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 @ 2300 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Lucerne | 2005 Daihatsu Sirion | |
Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
Model | Lucerne | Sirion |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3880 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |