2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 4 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 19 more horse power than 2013 Audi A5. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 52 kg more than 2013 Audi A5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Audi A5 (350 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (322 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Lucerne | 2013 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Buick | Audi |
| Model | Lucerne | A5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3880 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1383 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
