2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 1999 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Pontiac Bonneville 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 35 more horse power than 1999 Pontiac Bonneville. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1999 Pontiac Bonneville.
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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Pontiac Bonneville. (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Lucerne | 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Buick | Pontiac |
Model | Lucerne | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |