2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 2008 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Altima 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 68 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Altima. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Altima.
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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Altima. (220 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Lucerne | 2008 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Lucerne | Altima |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3880 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |