1998 Buick LeSabre vs. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 14 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1998 Buick LeSabre. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 229 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (455 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick LeSabre | 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | LeSabre | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 117 L |
