2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 2009 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2009 Buick Lucerne and 2009 Volkswagen Golf 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 20 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Golf. (207 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Golf.
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 (322 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Golf. (281 Nm). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Lucerne | 2009 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | Lucerne | Golf |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3880 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 207 HP |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
