1998 Buick LeSabre vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando 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 61 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 350 kg more than 1998 Buick LeSabre.
Because 2008 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick LeSabre | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Buick | SsangYong |
| Model | LeSabre | Korando |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
