2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 2010 Citroen C-Crosser
To start off, 2010 Citroen C-Crosser 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 59 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C-Crosser. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C-Crosser.
Because 2010 Citroen C-Crosser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Buick Lucerne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C-Crosser will offer significantly more control. 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C-Crosser. (232 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C-Crosser. 2009 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 2010 Citroen C-Crosser has manual transmission. 2010 Citroen C-Crosser 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 Citroen C-Crosser | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Lucerne | C-Crosser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3880 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
