2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Buick Lucerne. (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Lucerne.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Lucerne. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Lucerne | 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Lucerne | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3030 mm |
