1994 Buick LeSabre vs. 2008 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2008 Toyota Highlander is newer by 14 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, 2008 Toyota Highlander (209 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1994 Buick LeSabre. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1994 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 220 kg more than 2008 Toyota Highlander.
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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Highlander. (287 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Buick LeSabre | 2008 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | LeSabre | Highlander |
Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3311 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 65 L |