1991 Buick LeSabre vs. 2009 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 18 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1991 Buick LeSabre. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 584 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
Because 2009 Ford Expedition 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, 2009 Ford Expedition 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, 2009 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Buick LeSabre. (299 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Buick LeSabre | 2009 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | LeSabre | Expedition |
Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 299 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 127 L |