1995 Buick LeSabre vs. 2013 Lincoln MKZ
To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKZ 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 MKZ (296 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1995 Buick LeSabre. (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKZ should accelerate faster than 1995 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln MKZ weights approximately 190 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 2013 Lincoln MKZ 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, 2013 Lincoln MKZ 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, 2013 Lincoln MKZ (366 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Buick LeSabre. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Lincoln MKZ 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 MKZ | |
| Make | Buick | Lincoln |
| Model | LeSabre | MKZ |
| 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 | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 366 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 | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2116 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 66 L |
