2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 2010 BMW 116
To start off, 2010 BMW 116 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Buick Lucerne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Buick Lucerne would be higher. At 3,880 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2010 BMW 116. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 247 kg more than 2010 BMW 116. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 116 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 2010 BMW 116. 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 Buick Lucerne (322 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 116. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Lucerne | 2010 BMW 116 | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | Lucerne | 116 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3880 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |