1996 Buick LeSabre vs. 2012 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 16 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, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (245 HP) has 43 more horse power than 1996 Buick LeSabre. (202 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 590 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 2012 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2012 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick LeSabre | 2012 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | LeSabre | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
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 | 245 HP |
Torque | 312 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1939 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1705 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2896 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |