2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 70 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (157 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Because 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (213 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Lucerne | 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Buick | Suzuki |
Model | Lucerne | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3880 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |