2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 2012 Chrysler 200
To start off, 2012 Chrysler 200 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Lucerne (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2012 Chrysler 200. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2012 Chrysler 200.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (391 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chrysler 200. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chrysler 200.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Lucerne | 2012 Chrysler 200 | |
Make | Buick | Chrysler |
Model | Lucerne | 200 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4948 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1394 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2766 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |