1995 Buick LeSabre vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 15 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1995 Buick LeSabre. (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 1995 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 875 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 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL (459 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Buick LeSabre. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Buick LeSabre | 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | LeSabre | GL |
Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5095 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1839 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3076 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 100 L |