1993 Buick LeSabre vs. 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Buick LeSabre (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (114 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 304 kg more than 1993 Buick LeSabre.
Because 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Buick LeSabre. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Buick LeSabre. 1993 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee has manual transmission. 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Buick LeSabre | 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Buick | Jeep |
| Model | LeSabre | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 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 | 1854 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
