1995 Buick LeSabre vs. 2009 Ford Flex
To start off, 2009 Ford Flex is newer by 14 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, 2009 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1995 Buick LeSabre. (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1995 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 584 kg more than 2009 Ford Flex.
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, 2009 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Buick LeSabre. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Buick LeSabre | 2009 Ford Flex | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | LeSabre | Flex |
Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |