1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 17 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 23 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (142 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 9 kg more than 1990 Buick LeSabre.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Buick LeSabre (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. 1990 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2007 Mercedes-Benz C has manual transmission. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 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 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | LeSabre | C |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |