1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz V
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz V is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick LeSabre (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1997 Mercedes-Benz V. (139 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercedes-Benz V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 524 kg more than 1990 Buick LeSabre.
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, 1990 Buick LeSabre (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercedes-Benz V. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercedes-Benz V. 1990 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1997 Mercedes-Benz V has manual transmission. 1997 Mercedes-Benz V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Buick LeSabre | 1997 Mercedes-Benz V | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | LeSabre | V |
Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3010 mm |