2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 2008 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jeep Cherokee 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 17 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 334 kg more than 2009 Buick Lucerne.
Because 2008 Jeep Cherokee 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 Jeep Cherokee 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, 2009 Buick Lucerne (321 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (313 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Lucerne | 2008 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Buick | Jeep |
| Model | Lucerne | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3880 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1951 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 14.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
