2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Focus would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Lucerne (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus.
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 (391 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Lucerne | 2006 Ford Focus | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Lucerne | Focus |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 53 L |