2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 1997 Ford F-250
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 7,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Lucerne (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-250. (232 HP @ 2700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-250.
Because 1997 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Buick Lucerne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Ford F-250 (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Lucerne. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Lucerne | 1997 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Lucerne | F-250 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 7275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 677 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3490 mm |