1998 Buick LeSabre vs. 2011 Peugeot 508
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 508 is newer by 13 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) has 1 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot 508. (201 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot 508.
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, 2011 Peugeot 508 (338 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm). This means 2011 Peugeot 508 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick LeSabre | 2011 Peugeot 508 | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | LeSabre | 508 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1853 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2817 mm |
