1993 Buick LeSabre vs. 2009 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade 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 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1993 Buick LeSabre. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1993 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 16 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 Escalade 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 Escalade. 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (417 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Buick LeSabre. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Buick LeSabre | 2009 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | LeSabre | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 6162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 417 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 103.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 98 L |
