1997 Buick LeSabre vs. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 9 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1997 Buick LeSabre. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 870 kg more than 1997 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick LeSabre | 2006 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | LeSabre | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 140 L |
