1995 Buick LeSabre vs. 2006 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2006 Holden Cruze is newer by 11 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, 1995 Buick LeSabre (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2006 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2006 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 565 kg more than 2006 Holden Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Holden Cruze 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, 2006 Holden Cruze 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 @ 3200 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Holden Cruze. 1995 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2006 Holden Cruze has manual transmission. 2006 Holden Cruze 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 | 2006 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Buick | Holden |
| Model | LeSabre | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2370 mm |
