1997 Buick LeSabre vs. 2006 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2006 Ford Mondeo 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mondeo (223 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1997 Buick LeSabre. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 32 kg more than 2006 Ford Mondeo.
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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (285 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1997 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick LeSabre | 2006 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | LeSabre | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| 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 | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 59 L |
