2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 2006 Toyota Yaris
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 Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Yaris 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 144 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 547 kg more than 2006 Toyota Yaris. 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 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Lucerne | 2006 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Lucerne | Yaris |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3880 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |