2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 1995 Chrysler Sebring
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chrysler Sebring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chrysler Sebring would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Lucerne (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1995 Chrysler Sebring. (155 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1995 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 636 kg more than 1995 Chrysler Sebring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Buick Lucerne is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Buick Lucerne. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Chrysler Sebring, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Buick Lucerne (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chrysler Sebring. (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Lucerne | 1995 Chrysler Sebring | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Lucerne | Sebring |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
