1998 Abarth Stola vs. 2006 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Abarth Stola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Abarth Stola would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Abarth Stola (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2006 Buick Lucerne. (198 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 750 kg more than 1998 Abarth Stola.
Because 1998 Abarth Stola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Buick Lucerne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola 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, 1998 Abarth Stola (345 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Lucerne. (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Abarth Stola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Lucerne. 2006 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 1998 Abarth Stola has manual transmission. 1998 Abarth Stola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Abarth Stola | 2006 Buick Lucerne | |
Make | Abarth | Buick |
Model | Stola | Lucerne |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 308 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1480 mm |