2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 2011 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Express is newer by 2 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Express (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2009 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1144 kg more than 2009 Buick Lucerne. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Express 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 2011 Chevrolet Express. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Express (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (321 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Lucerne | 2011 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Lucerne | Express |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3879 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 711 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 2761 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 117 L |