2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 2006 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Maserati GranSport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Maserati GranSport would be higher. At 4,242 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati GranSport (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (224 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2009 Buick Lucerne.
Because 2006 Maserati GranSport is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Maserati GranSport. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Maserati GranSport (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (237 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Lucerne. 2009 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 2006 Maserati GranSport has manual transmission. 2006 Maserati GranSport 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.
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2009 Buick Lucerne | 2006 Maserati GranSport | |
Make | Buick | Maserati |
Model | Lucerne | GranSport |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3879 cc | 4242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |