2008 Buick Lucerne vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 2008 Buick Lucerne is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick Lucerne (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-150. (217 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 159 kg more than 2008 Buick Lucerne.
Because 1997 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Buick Lucerne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 2008 Buick Lucerne (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford F-150. (393 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford F-150. 2008 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 1997 Ford F-150 has manual transmission. 1997 Ford F-150 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick Lucerne | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Lucerne | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3050 mm |
