1994 Buick LeSabre vs. 2003 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2003 Nissan Maxima is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Buick LeSabre (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Maxima. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 135 kg more than 2003 Nissan Maxima. 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, 1994 Buick LeSabre (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Maxima. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Buick LeSabre | 2003 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | LeSabre | Maxima |
Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2760 mm |