1991 Buick LeSabre vs. 2009 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2009 Nissan Murano 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1991 Buick LeSabre. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 104 kg more than 2009 Nissan Murano.
Because 2009 Nissan Murano 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 Nissan Murano 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 Nissan Murano (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Buick LeSabre. (299 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Buick LeSabre | 2009 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | LeSabre | Murano |
Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 299 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 82 L |