1993 Buick LeSabre vs. 2010 Audi S5
To start off, 2010 Audi S5 is newer by 17 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, 2010 Audi S5 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1993 Buick LeSabre. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1993 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S5 weights approximately 405 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 2010 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi S5 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, 2010 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Buick LeSabre. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Buick LeSabre. 1993 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2010 Audi S5 has manual transmission. 2010 Audi S5 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 | 2010 Audi S5 | |
Make | Buick | Audi |
Model | LeSabre | S5 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 333 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4625 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |