1998 Buick LeSabre vs. 2006 Honda Element
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 8 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 45 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (157 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 500 kg more than 1998 Buick LeSabre.
Because 2006 Honda Element 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, 2006 Honda Element 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, 1998 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick LeSabre | 2006 Honda Element | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | LeSabre | Element |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 99 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |