1998 Buick LeSabre vs. 2008 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2008 GMC Envoy 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 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1998 Buick LeSabre. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Envoy weights approximately 946 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 2008 GMC Envoy 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, 2008 GMC Envoy 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, 2008 GMC Envoy (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick LeSabre | 2008 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | LeSabre | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4161 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 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 | 2436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 83 L |
