1998 Buick LeSabre vs. 2000 Seat Leon
To start off, 2000 Seat Leon is newer by 2 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 54 more horse power than 2000 Seat Leon. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 189 kg more than 2000 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Seat Leon 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, 2000 Seat Leon 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, 2000 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick LeSabre. 1998 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2000 Seat Leon has manual transmission. 2000 Seat Leon 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 | 2000 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Buick | Seat |
| Model | LeSabre | Leon |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1301 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
