1998 Buick LeSabre vs. 2006 Hummer H2
To start off, 2006 Hummer H2 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hummer H2 (321 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1998 Buick LeSabre. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1413 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 2006 Hummer H2 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 Hummer H2 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, 2006 Hummer H2 (1,058 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 746 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick LeSabre | 2006 Hummer H2 | |
| Make | Buick | Hummer |
| Model | LeSabre | H2 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 1058 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2903 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 121 L |
