1997 Buick LeSabre vs. 2004 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Buick LeSabre would be higher. 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 48 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 489 kg more than 1997 Buick LeSabre.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick LeSabre | 2004 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | LeSabre | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1979 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |
