2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 3,879 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Lucerne (224 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Korando.
Because 2008 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando 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 (237 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Lucerne | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Buick | SsangYong |
| Model | Lucerne | Korando |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3879 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
