1998 Buick LeSabre vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 91 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 215 kg more than 1998 Buick LeSabre.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. 1998 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Buick | Hyundai |
Model | LeSabre | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |