1997 Buick LeSabre vs. 2004 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2004 Toyota Tundra 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 12 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Tundra. (190 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 290 kg more than 1997 Buick LeSabre.
Because 2004 Toyota Tundra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Buick LeSabre, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Tundra. (298 Nm). This means 1997 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick LeSabre | 2004 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | LeSabre | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |
