1994 Buick LeSabre vs. 2009 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 15 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (248 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1994 Buick LeSabre. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1994 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 584 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
Because 2009 Ford F-150 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 2009 Ford F-150. 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, 2009 Ford F-150 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Buick LeSabre. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Buick LeSabre | 2009 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | LeSabre | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 98 L |
