2007 Buick Lucerne vs. 1999 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2007 Buick Lucerne is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Lucerne (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1999 Seat Toledo. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 726 kg more than 1999 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Buick Lucerne (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Toledo. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Toledo. 2007 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 1999 Seat Toledo has manual transmission. 1999 Seat Toledo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick Lucerne | 1999 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Buick | Seat |
| Model | Lucerne | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2520 mm |
