2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 2006 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 3,880 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2006 Opel Zafira. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Zafira weights approximately 11 kg more than 2009 Buick Lucerne.
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, both vehicles can yield 321 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Lucerne | 2006 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | Lucerne | Zafira |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3880 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1628 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |