1998 Buick LeSabre vs. 2005 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2005 Infiniti FX is newer by 7 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, 2005 Infiniti FX (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1998 Buick LeSabre. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti FX weights approximately 350 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 2005 Infiniti FX 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 2005 Infiniti FX. 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, 2005 Infiniti FX (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick LeSabre | 2005 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Buick | Infiniti |
| Model | LeSabre | FX |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |
