2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 2008 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Tata Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Tata Indigo would be higher. At 3,880 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 477 kg more than 2008 Tata Indigo.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Buick Lucerne (322 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Indigo. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Indigo. 2009 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 2008 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2008 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Lucerne | 2008 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Buick | Tata |
| Model | Lucerne | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 3880 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 42 L |
