2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 3,879 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Camry. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 432 kg more than 2006 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (321 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Camry. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Lucerne | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Lucerne | Camry |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3879 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |