2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva 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 3,880 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Lucerne (227 HP) has 62 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (165 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Buick Lucerne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2009 Buick Lucerne (321 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (230 Nm). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Lucerne | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Lucerne | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3880 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 165 HP |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1756 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2707 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
