2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 2006 Nissan Interstar
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Interstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Interstar would be higher. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Lucerne (224 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Interstar. (112 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Interstar.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Nissan Interstar (290 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (237 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Interstar 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 Nissan Interstar has manual transmission. 2006 Nissan Interstar 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 | 2006 Nissan Interstar | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Lucerne | Interstar |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
