1997 Buick LeSabre vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 16 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 3,991 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1997 Buick LeSabre. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 534 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 2013 Audi A8 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, 2013 Audi A8 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, 2013 Audi A8 (445 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Buick LeSabre | 2013 Audi A8 | |
Make | Buick | Audi |
Model | LeSabre | A8 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 367 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 445 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 89.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2024 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5137 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2111 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2992 mm |