2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 1998 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,208 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Lucerne (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Ram.
Because 1998 Dodge Ram 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, 1998 Dodge Ram 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, 2006 Buick Lucerne (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Ram. (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Lucerne | 1998 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Lucerne | Ram |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 5208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2790 mm |
