1995 Buick LeSabre vs. 2007 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2007 Kia Sorento is newer by 12 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 30 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sorento weights approximately 537 kg more than 1995 Buick LeSabre.
Because 2007 Kia Sorento 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, 2007 Kia Sorento 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, 2007 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Buick LeSabre. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Buick LeSabre. 1995 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2007 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2007 Kia Sorento 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 | 2007 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | LeSabre | Sorento |
Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 2087 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |