1993 Buick LeSabre vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 13 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 28 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 1 kg more than 2006 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage 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, 2006 Kia Sportage 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Buick LeSabre | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | LeSabre | Sportage |
Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 58 L |