1997 Buick LeSabre vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1997 Buick LeSabre. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 647 kg more than 1997 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Buick LeSabre | 2012 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | LeSabre | Touareg |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2137 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1941 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2893 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |