1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2010 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2010 Buick Lucerne is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette 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 44 more horse power than 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 19 kg more than 2010 Buick Lucerne.
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, 2010 Buick Lucerne (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2010 Buick Lucerne | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Buick |
Model | Silhouette | Lucerne |
Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3349 cc | 3900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1726 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5161 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2936 mm |