1995 Buick LeSabre vs. 2000 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2000 Subaru Forester is newer by 5 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 38 kg more than 2000 Subaru Forester.
Because 2000 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Buick LeSabre (298 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Forester. (186 Nm). This means 1995 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Forester. 1995 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2000 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2000 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Buick LeSabre | 2000 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | LeSabre | Forester |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2680 mm |
