1993 Buick LeSabre vs. 2003 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2003 Holden Frontera is newer by 10 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, 2003 Holden Frontera (203 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1993 Buick LeSabre. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 1993 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Frontera weights approximately 150 kg more than 1993 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Holden Frontera 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, 2003 Holden Frontera 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, 1993 Buick LeSabre (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Frontera. 1993 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2003 Holden Frontera has manual transmission. 2003 Holden Frontera 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.
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1993 Buick LeSabre | 2003 Holden Frontera | |
Make | Buick | Holden |
Model | LeSabre | Frontera |
Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2710 mm |