2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 107 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco. (120 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 464 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco. 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 @ 2300 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco. 2009 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | Lucerne | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3880 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1404 mm |
