1997 Buick LeSabre vs. 2010 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2010 Smart ForTwo 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 132 more horse power than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2010 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 670 kg more than 2010 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Smart ForTwo 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 2010 Smart ForTwo. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Smart ForTwo. 1997 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2010 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2010 Smart ForTwo 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.
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1997 Buick LeSabre | 2010 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Buick | Smart |
Model | LeSabre | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 2695 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 1867 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 33 L |