2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 2005 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Terracan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Terracan 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 83 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Terracan. (144 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 372 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Terracan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2005 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2005 Hyundai Terracan (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (321 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Lucerne. 2009 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 2005 Hyundai Terracan has manual transmission. 2005 Hyundai Terracan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Lucerne | 2005 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Buick | Hyundai |
| Model | Lucerne | Terracan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3880 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
