1993 Buick LeSabre vs. 2012 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 19 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, 2012 Chevrolet Traverse (281 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1993 Buick LeSabre. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 1993 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 563 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Traverse (360 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Buick LeSabre. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Buick LeSabre | 2012 Chevrolet Traverse | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | LeSabre | Traverse |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2113 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5207 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 83 L |
