1991 Buick LeSabre vs. 2007 Nissan Xterra

To start off, 2007 Nissan Xterra is newer by 16 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Xterra (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1991 Buick LeSabre. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 10 kg more than 2007 Nissan Xterra.

Because 2007 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Xterra 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, 2007 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Buick LeSabre. (299 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Buick LeSabre. 1991 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Xterra has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Xterra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1991 Buick LeSabre 2007 Nissan Xterra
Make Buick Nissan
Model LeSabre Xterra
Year Released 1991 2007
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 3954 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 168 HP 262 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 299 Nm 381 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1550 kg 1540 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1910 mm
Wheelbase Size 2820 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 80 L