2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle 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 98 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle. (129 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 727 kg more than 2009 Buick Lucerne.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (321 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Lucerne | 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Lucerne | Caravelle |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 3880 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 2344 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |