2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 1999 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford F-150 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 73 more horse power than 1999 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford F-150.
Because 1999 Ford F-150 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 Ford F-150 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford F-150. (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Lucerne | 1999 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Lucerne | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3050 mm |
