2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1999 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 3,879 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Lucerne (224 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Sable.
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, 1999 Mercury Sable (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (237 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Lucerne | 1999 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Buick | Mercury |
Model | Lucerne | Sable |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3879 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |