1989 Buick LeSabre vs. 2009 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 20 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (347 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1989 Buick LeSabre. (149 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 855 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.
Because 2009 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander 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, 2009 Jeep Commander (520 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick LeSabre. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick LeSabre | 2009 Jeep Commander | |
Make | Buick | Jeep |
Model | LeSabre | Commander |
Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 347 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |