1998 Ford Contour 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 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Contour 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 32 more horse power than 1998 Ford Contour. (195 HP @ 6625 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 315 kg more than 1998 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, 2010 Buick Lucerne (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Contour. (224 Nm @ 5625 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Contour. 2010 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 1998 Ford Contour has manual transmission. 1998 Ford Contour will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Contour | 2010 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Ford | Buick |
| Model | Contour | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6625 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5625 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1411 kg | 1726 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
