1996 Buick LeSabre vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 15 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, 2011 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1996 Buick LeSabre. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick LeSabre.
Because 2011 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 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, 2011 Audi A8 (550 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick LeSabre | 2011 Audi A8 | |
Make | Buick | Audi |
Model | LeSabre | A8 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2992 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |