2008 Buick Lucerne vs. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Buick Lucerne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Buick Lucerne would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick Lucerne (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 228 kg more than 2008 Buick Lucerne.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Buick Lucerne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva 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 Chevrolet Captiva (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Buick Lucerne. (309 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Buick Lucerne | 2009 Chevrolet Captiva | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Lucerne | Captiva |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |