2009 Chrysler 300 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 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler 300. (215 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 184 kg more than 2010 Buick Lucerne.
Because 2009 Chrysler 300 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 Chrysler 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Chrysler 300 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Buick Lucerne. (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chrysler 300 | 2010 Buick Lucerne | |
Make | Chrysler | Buick |
Model | 300 | Lucerne |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 3900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1726 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5161 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2936 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 70 L |