1993 Buick LeSabre vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 20 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G (529 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1993 Buick LeSabre. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1993 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 1000 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 2013 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G (759 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Buick LeSabre. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Buick LeSabre. 1993 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2013 Mercedes-Benz G has manual transmission. 2013 Mercedes-Benz G 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 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | LeSabre | G |
Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 529 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 759 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4763 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1938 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2850 mm |