1994 Buick LeSabre vs. 2006 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 is newer by 12 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 6,064 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1994 Buick LeSabre. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1994 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 283 kg more than 1994 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, 2006 Chrysler 300 (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Buick LeSabre. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Buick LeSabre | 2006 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | LeSabre | 300 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 6064 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| 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 | 1833 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 72 L |
