1999 Buick LeSabre vs. 1997 Dodge Stealth
To start off, 1999 Buick LeSabre is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Dodge Stealth. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Dodge Stealth would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1999 Buick LeSabre. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 113 kg more than 1999 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Dodge Stealth 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, 1997 Dodge Stealth 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, 1997 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick LeSabre. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick LeSabre. 1999 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1997 Dodge Stealth has manual transmission. 1997 Dodge Stealth 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 | 1997 Dodge Stealth | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | LeSabre | Stealth |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 428 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2480 mm |
