2009 Chevrolet Lacetti vs. 2010 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2010 Buick Lucerne is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Lacetti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Lacetti would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick Lucerne (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Lacetti. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 529 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Lacetti. 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, 2010 Buick Lucerne (390 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Lacetti. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Lacetti | 2010 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Buick |
| Model | Lacetti | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1813 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
