2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 2012 Dodge Ram

To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2009 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 71 kg more than 2012 Dodge Ram.

Because 2012 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (321 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Lucerne.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Buick Lucerne 2012 Dodge Ram
Make Buick Dodge
Model Lucerne Ram
Year Released 2009 2012
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3880 cc 5654 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 227 HP 345 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 321 Nm 510 Nm
Torque RPM 2300 RPM 4200 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1762 kg 1691 kg
Vehicle Length 5170 mm 6350 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 2000 mm
Wheelbase Size 2940 mm 4080 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 132 L


 

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