1998 Buick LeSabre vs. 1999 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 1999 Dodge Dakota is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick LeSabre (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 40 kg more than 1998 Buick LeSabre.
Because 1999 Dodge Dakota 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, 1999 Dodge Dakota 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1998 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Dakota. 1998 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1999 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 1999 Dodge Dakota 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick LeSabre | 1999 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | LeSabre | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2850 mm |
