1998 Buick LeSabre vs. 2008 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 10 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 23 more horse power than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2008 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 298 kg more than 1998 Buick LeSabre.
Because 2008 Cadillac CTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Buick LeSabre, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (233 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick LeSabre | 2008 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | LeSabre | CTS |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 83.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
