2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 2006 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 3,879 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2009 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 88 kg more than 2009 Buick Lucerne. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chrysler 300 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, 2006 Chrysler 300 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, 2006 Chrysler 300 (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (321 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Lucerne | 2006 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Buick | Chrysler |
Model | Lucerne | 300 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3879 cc | 3523 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |