1991 Buick LeSabre vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Buick LeSabre (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 165 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Buick LeSabre (299 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1991 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick LeSabre | 2006 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | LeSabre | Escape |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2260 cc |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 62 L |
