1998 Buick LeSabre vs. 1995 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1998 Buick LeSabre is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick LeSabre (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Suburban. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 655 kg more than 1998 Buick LeSabre.
Because 1995 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1995 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1995 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick LeSabre | 1995 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | LeSabre | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5731 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3350 mm |
