2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 2005 Saab 9-7X
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Saab 9-7X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Saab 9-7X would be higher. In terms of performance, 2005 Saab 9-7X (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 2009 Buick Lucerne.
Because 2005 Saab 9-7X 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 Saab 9-7X 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 Saab 9-7X (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (321 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Lucerne | 2005 Saab 9-7X | |
| Make | Buick | Saab |
| Model | Lucerne | 9-7X |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2880 mm |
