1985 Buick LeSabre vs. 2006 Ford F-250
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1985 Buick LeSabre. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick LeSabre.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 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, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick LeSabre. (329 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Buick LeSabre | 2006 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | LeSabre | F-250 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3798 cc | 4198 cc |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 329 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 114 L |