1994 Buick LeSabre vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus 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 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 60 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 230 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus. 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1994 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus. 1994 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1994 Buick LeSabre | 2009 Ford Focus | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | LeSabre | Focus |
Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 73.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 52 L |