2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 2012 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Eos 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 @ 5700 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Eos. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 2 kg more than 2009 Buick Lucerne.
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 (322 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Eos. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Eos.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Lucerne | 2012 Volkswagen Eos | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Lucerne | Eos |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3880 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1619 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4423 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1444 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |