1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 2006 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2006 Cadillac SRX is newer by 16 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (115 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 233 kg more than 1990 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac SRX 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, 2006 Cadillac SRX (344 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick LeSabre | 2006 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | LeSabre | SRX |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1889 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 76 L |
