2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 2007 Renault Logan
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Logan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Logan 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 160 more horse power than 2007 Renault Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 482 kg more than 2007 Renault Logan. 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Logan. 2009 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Logan has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Logan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Lucerne | 2007 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Lucerne | Logan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3880 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
