2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 1999 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercury Mystique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercury Mystique would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine.
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) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Mystique. (224 Nm). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Lucerne | 1999 Mercury Mystique | |
| Make | Buick | Mercury |
| Model | Lucerne | Mystique |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2710 mm |
