2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 2012 BMW X3

To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 3 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 3,879 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (224 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Buick Lucerne.

Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Buick Lucerne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 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, 2012 BMW X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (237 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Lucerne.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Buick Lucerne 2012 BMW X3
Make Buick BMW
Model Lucerne X3
Year Released 2009 2012
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3879 cc 2993 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 224 HP 256 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 237 Nm 560 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front AWD
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1881 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.1 L/100km 5.6 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 6.8 L/100km


 

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