2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 2007 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Ulysse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Ulysse 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 (224 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Ulysse. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Ulysse.
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 (237 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Ulysse. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Lucerne | 2007 Fiat Ulysse | |
Make | Buick | Fiat |
Model | Lucerne | Ulysse |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3879 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |