1998 Buick LeSabre vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry 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 Toyota Camry (225 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1998 Buick LeSabre. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Camry weights approximately 150 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, 2005 Toyota Camry (325 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick LeSabre | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | LeSabre | Camry |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
