2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 2011 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2011 Buick Lucerne is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Cadillac SRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Cadillac SRX would be higher. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2011 Buick Lucerne. (227 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2011 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 163 kg more than 2011 Buick Lucerne. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Cadillac SRX 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 2009 Cadillac SRX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2009 Cadillac SRX (344 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Buick Lucerne. (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac SRX | 2011 Buick Lucerne | |
Make | Cadillac | Buick |
Model | SRX | Lucerne |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 3900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 1726 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5161 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2936 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 68 L |