1993 Buick LeSabre vs. 2009 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 16 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, 2009 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1993 Buick LeSabre. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1993 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 238 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 2009 Cadillac CTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Buick LeSabre, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (232 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Buick LeSabre | 2009 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | LeSabre | CTS |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 83.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 68 L |
