1998 Buick LeSabre vs. 2007 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2007 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 9 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 82 more horse power than 2007 Saab 03-Sep. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2007 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 20 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saab 03-Sep. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick LeSabre | 2007 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Buick | Saab |
| Model | LeSabre | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |
