2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 2008 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Renault Thalia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Renault Thalia 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) has 163 more horse power than 2008 Renault Thalia. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 617 kg more than 2008 Renault Thalia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (322 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Thalia. (160 Nm). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Lucerne | 2008 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Lucerne | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3880 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2473 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
