2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 1998 Ford Probe
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Probe would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Lucerne (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1998 Ford Probe. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 387 kg more than 1998 Ford Probe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Probe. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Lucerne | 1998 Ford Probe | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Lucerne | Probe |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
