2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 1998 Buick Signia
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Buick Signia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Buick Signia would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Signia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick Signia (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 Buick Lucerne. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Signia should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 206 kg more than 1998 Buick Signia.
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, 1998 Buick Signia, 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, 1998 Buick Signia (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Lucerne. (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Signia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Lucerne | 1998 Buick Signia | |
Make | Buick | Buick |
Model | Lucerne | Signia |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2860 mm |