1996 Buick LeSabre vs. 2004 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1996 Buick LeSabre. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 870 kg more than 1996 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition 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, 2004 Ford Expedition 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (398 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick LeSabre | 2004 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | LeSabre | Expedition |
Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 398 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |