1996 Buick LeSabre vs. 1992 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1996 Buick LeSabre is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick LeSabre (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1992 Jeep Cherokee. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1992 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 70 kg more than 1996 Buick LeSabre.
Because 1992 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Jeep Cherokee 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, 1996 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Jeep Cherokee. (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Jeep Cherokee. 1996 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1992 Jeep Cherokee has manual transmission. 1992 Jeep Cherokee will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick LeSabre | 1992 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Buick | Jeep |
| Model | LeSabre | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2580 mm |
