2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Lucerne (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace. (89 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace.
Because 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace 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 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne, 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 (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace. (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Lucerne | 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Lucerne | Hi-Ace |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1960 mm |
