2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 2009 Ford Maverick
To start off, both 2009 Buick Lucerne and 2009 Ford Maverick were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 76 more horse power than 2009 Ford Maverick. (148 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Maverick.
Because 2009 Ford Maverick 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, 2009 Ford Maverick 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Maverick. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Maverick. 2009 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Maverick has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Maverick 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 | 2009 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Lucerne | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3879 cc | 2288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
