2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 2009 Chrysler PT Dream Cruiser

To start off, both 2009 Buick Lucerne and 2009 Chrysler PT Dream Cruiser were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 49 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler PT Dream Cruiser. (178 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler PT Dream Cruiser.

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) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler PT Dream Cruiser. (210 Nm). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler PT Dream Cruiser.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Buick Lucerne 2009 Chrysler PT Dream Cruiser
Make Buick Chrysler
Model Lucerne PT Dream Cruiser
Year Released 2009 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3880 cc 2397 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 227 HP 178 HP
Torque 321 Nm 210 Nm
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 2000 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.1 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 13.1 L/100km


 

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