1998 Buick LeSabre vs. 2004 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2004 Holden Monaro is newer by 6 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. Both 1998 Buick LeSabre and 2004 Holden Monaro are equipped with a 3,791 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden Monaro (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1998 Buick LeSabre. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Monaro weights approximately 112 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.
Because 2004 Holden Monaro 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 2004 Holden Monaro. 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, 2004 Holden Monaro (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick LeSabre. 1998 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2004 Holden Monaro has manual transmission. 2004 Holden Monaro 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 | 2004 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Buick | Holden |
| Model | LeSabre | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2800 mm |
