1997 Buick LeSabre vs. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 15 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 28 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. (174 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 110 kg more than 1997 Buick LeSabre.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 1997 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1997 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. 1997 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2012 Chevrolet Orlando has manual transmission. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando 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 | 2012 Chevrolet Orlando | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | LeSabre | Orlando |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2384 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4652 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1836 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1633 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2760 mm |