1998 Buick LeSabre vs. 2006 Volvo S80
To start off, 2006 Volvo S80 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 64 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S80. (138 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S80 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1998 Buick LeSabre.
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, 1998 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S80. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S80. 1998 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2006 Volvo S80 has manual transmission. 2006 Volvo S80 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 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | LeSabre | S80 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
