1988 Buick LeSabre vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 17 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1988 Buick LeSabre. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 250 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Because 2005 Ford Expedition is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Buick LeSabre, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick LeSabre. (271 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick LeSabre | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | LeSabre | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 106 L |
