2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 2007 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Yukon (295 HP @ 500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2009 Buick Lucerne.
Because 2007 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Buick Lucerne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Yukon will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 GMC Yukon (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (322 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Lucerne | 2007 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | Lucerne | Yukon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3880 cc | 4802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 500 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3310 mm |