2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Lucerne (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (247 HP @ 4050 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Because 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee (468 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Lucerne. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Lucerne | 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Buick | Jeep |
Model | Lucerne | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 5899 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4050 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 468 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3050 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |