1999 BMW X5 vs. 1994 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1999 BMW X5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW X5 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1994 Buick LeSabre. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1994 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW X5 weights approximately 634 kg more than 1994 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 BMW X5 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, 1999 BMW X5 (439 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Buick LeSabre. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW X5 | 1994 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | X5 | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2184 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 62 L |
