2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 2012 Renault Koleos
To start off, 2012 Renault Koleos 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, 2009 Buick Lucerne (227 HP) has 79 more horse power than 2012 Renault Koleos. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Koleos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Koleos weights approximately 33 kg more than 2009 Buick Lucerne.
Because 2012 Renault Koleos 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 Renault Koleos 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Koleos. (320 Nm). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Koleos. 2009 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 2012 Renault Koleos has manual transmission. 2012 Renault Koleos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Lucerne | 2012 Renault Koleos | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Lucerne | Koleos |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3879 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2690 mm |
