1995 Buick LeSabre vs. 2012 Kia Forte
To start off, 2012 Kia Forte is newer by 17 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 13 more horse power than 2012 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 309 kg more than 2012 Kia Forte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Buick LeSabre (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1995 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Forte. 1995 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2012 Kia Forte has manual transmission. 2012 Kia Forte 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 | 2012 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Buick | Kia |
| Model | LeSabre | Forte |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 52 L |
