2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 1998 Mitsubishi SST
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi SST. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi SST would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Lucerne (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi SST. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi SST.
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 (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi SST. (296 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi SST.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Lucerne | 1998 Mitsubishi SST | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Lucerne | SST |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2570 mm |
