1995 Buick LeSabre vs. 2013 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2013 Toyota Matrix 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, 1995 Buick LeSabre (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Matrix. (156 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 70 kg more than 2013 Toyota Matrix. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Matrix 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 Toyota Matrix 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, 1995 Buick LeSabre (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Matrix. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Buick LeSabre | 2013 Toyota Matrix | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | LeSabre | Matrix |
Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4365 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |