2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 2005 Toyota Tazz
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Tazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tazz would be higher. At 3,879 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tazz. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 632 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tazz. 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 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tazz. (104 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tazz. 2009 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Tazz has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Tazz 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 Toyota Tazz | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Lucerne | Tazz |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3879 cc | 1298 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 985 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
