1998 Buick LeSabre vs. 2013 Scion xD
To start off, 2013 Scion xD is newer by 15 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 76 more horse power than 2013 Scion xD. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion xD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 282 kg more than 2013 Scion xD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Scion xD 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, 2013 Scion xD 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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion xD. (169 Nm @ 4440 RPM). This means 1998 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion xD.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick LeSabre | 2013 Scion xD | |
Make | Buick | Scion |
Model | LeSabre | xD |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4440 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1208 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1725 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2460 mm |