1998 Buick LeSabre vs. 1997 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 1998 Buick LeSabre is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 6,505 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick LeSabre (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (193 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 910 kg more than 1998 Buick LeSabre.
Because 1997 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Buick LeSabre, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Express (583 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick LeSabre | 1997 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | LeSabre | Express |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 6505 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3440 mm |
