2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 2008 Jeep Commander
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 Commander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jeep Commander would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Commander (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2009 Buick Lucerne.
Because 2008 Jeep Commander 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 Commander 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 Jeep Commander (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (391 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Lucerne | 2008 Jeep Commander | |
Make | Buick | Jeep |
Model | Lucerne | Commander |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 5654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |