2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (167 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 601 kg more than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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, 2011 Buick Lucerne (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2011 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2011 Buick Lucerne | |
Make | Mazda | Buick |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Lucerne |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1726 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5161 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2936 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 68 L |