1998 Buick LeSabre vs. 1999 Lexus ES
To start off, 1999 Lexus ES 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, 1999 Lexus ES (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1998 Buick LeSabre. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lexus ES weights approximately 40 kg more than 1998 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lexus ES. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lexus ES.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick LeSabre | 1999 Lexus ES | |
| Make | Buick | Lexus |
| Model | LeSabre | ES |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
