1989 Buick LeSabre vs. 2006 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 6,064 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1989 Buick LeSabre. (149 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 333 kg more than 1989 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Chrysler 300 (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick LeSabre. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick LeSabre | 2006 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | LeSabre | 300 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 6064 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1833 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
