1995 Buick LeSabre vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1995 Buick LeSabre. (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 1995 Buick LeSabre.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Buick LeSabre. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Buick LeSabre | 2012 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | LeSabre | R |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5156 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1958 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1661 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3216 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |