2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 2011 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2011 Infiniti G37 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 3,880 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2009 Buick Lucerne.
Because 2011 Infiniti G37 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 Infiniti G37. 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 Infiniti G37 (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (321 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Lucerne | 2011 Infiniti G37 | |
Make | Buick | Infiniti |
Model | Lucerne | G37 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3880 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4655 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |