2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 12 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, 2009 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-150. (217 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 488 kg more than 2009 Buick Lucerne.
Because 1997 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 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, 1997 Ford F-150 (393 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (321 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Lucerne. 2009 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. 2009 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Lucerne | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Lucerne | F-150 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3880 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 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 |