2009 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Outback (243 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2010 Buick Lucerne. (227 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2010 Buick Lucerne.
Because 2009 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Buick Lucerne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Outback (327 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Buick Lucerne. (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Buick Lucerne. 2010 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 2009 Subaru Outback has manual transmission. 2009 Subaru Outback will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Subaru Outback | 2010 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Subaru | Buick |
| Model | Outback | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 243 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
