1998 Buick LeSabre vs. 1994 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1998 Buick LeSabre is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Subaru Impreza (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1998 Buick LeSabre. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 205 kg more than 1994 Subaru Impreza.
Because 1994 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Impreza 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, 1998 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru Impreza. (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru Impreza. 1998 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1994 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 1994 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Buick LeSabre | 1994 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | LeSabre | Impreza |
Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2530 mm |