1998 Chrysler Concorde vs. 2010 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2010 Buick Lucerne is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chrysler Concorde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chrysler Concorde would be higher. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chrysler Concorde (234 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2010 Buick Lucerne. (227 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chrysler Concorde should accelerate faster than 2010 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 89 kg more than 1998 Chrysler Concorde.
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, 1998 Chrysler Concorde (327 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Buick Lucerne. (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Chrysler Concorde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chrysler Concorde | 2010 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Chrysler | Buick |
| Model | Concorde | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1694 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
