2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 2009 Nissan 350Z
To start off, both 2009 Buick Lucerne and 2009 Nissan 350Z 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 Nissan 350Z (309 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (224 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2009 Buick Lucerne.
Because 2009 Nissan 350Z is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Nissan 350Z. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan 350Z (358 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (237 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Lucerne. 2009 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan 350Z has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan 350Z 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 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Lucerne | 350Z |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3879 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 309 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 358 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1340 mm |