2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 1998 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota 4Runner 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 152 more horse power than 1998 Toyota 4Runner. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 1998 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota 4Runner. (295 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Lucerne | 1998 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Lucerne | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
