1995 Buick LeSabre vs. 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer

To start off, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 6 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 4,157 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1995 Buick LeSabre. (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1995 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 550 kg more than 1995 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Buick LeSabre. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Buick LeSabre. 1995 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer has manual transmission. 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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.

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1995 Buick LeSabre 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
Make Buick Chevrolet
Model LeSabre TrailBlazer
Year Released 1995 2001
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 4157 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 169 HP 269 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 298 Nm 374 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96.5 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 102 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1550 kg 2100 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1840 mm
Wheelbase Size 2820 mm 2880 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 71 L