2010 Buick Lucerne vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2010 Buick Lucerne is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 SsangYong Korando 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 109 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 114 kg more than 2010 Buick Lucerne.
Because 2009 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando 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, 2010 Buick Lucerne (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Buick Lucerne | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Buick | SsangYong |
Model | Lucerne | Korando |
Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3900 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1726 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5161 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1875 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2936 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |