1995 Buick LeSabre vs. 2013 Lincoln MKS
To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKS is newer by 18 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, 2013 Lincoln MKS (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1995 Buick LeSabre. (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKS should accelerate faster than 1995 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln MKS weights approximately 366 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.
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, 2013 Lincoln MKS (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Buick LeSabre. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Lincoln MKS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Buick LeSabre | 2013 Lincoln MKS | |
| Make | Buick | Lincoln |
| Model | LeSabre | MKS |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1916 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5222 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2172 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1565 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 72 L |
