2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 2009 Renault Symbol
To start off, both 2009 Buick Lucerne and 2009 Renault Symbol 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 123 more horse power than 2009 Renault Symbol. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 617 kg more than 2009 Renault Symbol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Symbol. (148 Nm). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Symbol. 2009 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 2009 Renault Symbol has manual transmission. 2009 Renault Symbol 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.
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2009 Buick Lucerne | 2009 Renault Symbol | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Lucerne | Symbol |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3880 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 104 HP |
Torque | 321 Nm | 148 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4261 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1639 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1439 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2473 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |