2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1996 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 3,880 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Taurus (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2009 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 99 kg more than 1996 Ford Taurus.
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.
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2009 Buick Lucerne | 1996 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Lucerne | Taurus |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3880 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1518 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2760 mm |