1995 Buick LeSabre vs. 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1995 Buick LeSabre. (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1995 Buick LeSabre.
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, 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Buick LeSabre. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Buick LeSabre | 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Buick | Pontiac |
| Model | LeSabre | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 66 L |
