2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford E-Series (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (224 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford E-Series should accelerate faster than 2009 Buick Lucerne.
Because 2013 Ford E-Series is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Ford E-Series. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford E-Series (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (237 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Lucerne | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Lucerne | E-Series |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3879 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.06:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 12 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2017 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |