1988 Buick LeSabre vs. 2003 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2003 Infiniti FX is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Infiniti FX (311 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1988 Buick LeSabre. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti FX weights approximately 450 kg more than 1988 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti FX 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, 2003 Infiniti FX (446 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick LeSabre. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick LeSabre | 2003 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Buick | Infiniti |
Model | LeSabre | FX |
Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 446 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |