1999 Buick LeSabre vs. 1996 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1999 Buick LeSabre is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1996 Opel Frontera. (115 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Frontera weights approximately 303 kg more than 1999 Buick LeSabre.
Because 1996 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Opel Frontera 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 Buick LeSabre (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Frontera. (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Frontera. 1999 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1996 Opel Frontera has manual transmission. 1996 Opel Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick LeSabre | 1996 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | LeSabre | Frontera |
Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |