2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche

To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2009 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 356 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche.

Because 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (321 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Lucerne.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Buick Lucerne 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche
Make Buick Chevrolet
Model Lucerne Avalanche
Year Released 2009 2008
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3880 cc 5300 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 227 HP 310 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 321 Nm 454 Nm
Torque RPM 2300 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1617 kg 1261 kg
Vehicle Length 5170 mm 5630 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1950 mm
Wheelbase Size 2940 mm 3310 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.1 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 21.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 18.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 117 L


 

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