1997 Buick LeSabre vs. 2009 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 12 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 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 201 kg more than 1997 Buick LeSabre.
Because 2009 Dodge Sprinter 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 2009 Dodge Sprinter. 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, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | LeSabre | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 6950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 4330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 95 L |
