1998 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Sienna 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 38 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Sienna. (189 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 21 kg more than 1998 Toyota Sienna. 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Sienna. (279 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Toyota Sienna | 2010 Buick Lucerne | |
Make | Toyota | Buick |
Model | Sienna | Lucerne |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 3900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1726 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5161 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2936 mm |