1997 Buick LeSabre vs. 2012 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2012 Ford Galaxy 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 59 more horse power than 2012 Ford Galaxy. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 235 kg more than 1997 Buick LeSabre.
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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Galaxy. (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Galaxy.
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1997 Buick LeSabre | 2012 Ford Galaxy | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | LeSabre | Galaxy |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |