1997 Ford Contour vs. 2011 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2011 Buick Lucerne is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Contour 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 27 more horse power than 1997 Ford Contour. (200 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 336 kg more than 1997 Ford Contour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Contour. (231 Nm @ 5625 RPM). This means 2011 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Contour. 2011 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 1997 Ford Contour has manual transmission. 1997 Ford Contour 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.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Contour | 2011 Buick Lucerne | |
Make | Ford | Buick |
Model | Contour | Lucerne |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 3900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5625 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1726 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5161 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2936 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |