2009 Chevrolet Traverse 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 Chevrolet Traverse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Traverse would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Buick Lucerne (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 264 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. 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, 2011 Buick Lucerne (390 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Traverse | 2011 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Buick |
| Model | Traverse | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1813 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 68 L |
