1994 Buick LeSabre vs. 2009 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Elantra 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 30 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Elantra.
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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1994 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. 1994 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2009 Hyundai Elantra has manual transmission. 2009 Hyundai Elantra 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 Hyundai Elantra | |
Make | Buick | Hyundai |
Model | LeSabre | Elantra |
Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 82.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 93.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 53 L |