1997 Buick LeSabre vs. 2010 Seat Altea
To start off, 2010 Seat Altea is newer by 13 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 64 more horse power than 2010 Seat Altea. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2010 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 296 kg more than 2010 Seat Altea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Seat Altea (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Buick LeSabre. 1997 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2010 Seat Altea has manual transmission. 2010 Seat Altea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Buick LeSabre | 2010 Seat Altea | |
Make | Buick | Seat |
Model | LeSabre | Altea |
Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |