1999 Buick LeSabre vs. 1998 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1999 Buick LeSabre is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Cadillac Eldorado (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1999 Buick LeSabre. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 148 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Cadillac Eldorado (405 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick LeSabre. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick LeSabre | 1998 Cadillac Eldorado | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | LeSabre | Eldorado |
Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 405 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |