2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2009 Buick Lucerne.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 Mercedes-Benz SL. 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 Mercedes-Benz SL (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 608 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (391 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Lucerne | 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Lucerne | SL |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 999 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4592 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1298 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |