1997 Buick LeSabre vs. 1997 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 1997 Buick LeSabre and 1997 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick LeSabre (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. (167 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 251 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 1997 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. (225 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. 1997 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1997 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 1997 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Buick LeSabre | 1997 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | LeSabre | Golf |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90.2 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1239 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |