2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Vectra 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 103 more horse power than 2005 Opel Vectra. (124 HP @ 3250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 202 kg more than 2005 Opel Vectra. 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Vectra. (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Lucerne | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | Lucerne | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3880 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
