1996 Buick LeSabre vs. 2008 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 12 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick LeSabre (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2008 Mini Cooper. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2008 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 315 kg more than 2008 Mini Cooper. 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, 1996 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (151 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper. 1996 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2008 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2008 Mini Cooper 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 | 2008 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Buick | Mini |
| Model | LeSabre | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
