2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 2013 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2013 Toyota Yaris 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 @ 5700 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Yaris. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 597 kg more than 2013 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (321 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Lucerne | 2013 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Lucerne | Yaris |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3880 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 42 L |