2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 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 33 more horse power than 2010 BMW 325. (194 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 325.
Because 2010 BMW 325 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 325. 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, 2010 BMW 325 (400 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (322 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Lucerne. 2009 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 325 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 | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Buick | BMW |
| Model | Lucerne | 325 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3880 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |
