1994 Buick LeSabre vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1994 Buick LeSabre. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1994 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 15 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Buick LeSabre, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Buick LeSabre. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Buick LeSabre | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | LeSabre | C |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 62 L |
