1999 Buick LeSabre vs. 1998 Subaru SVX
To start off, 1999 Buick LeSabre is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Subaru SVX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Subaru SVX would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Subaru SVX (218 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1999 Buick LeSabre. (203 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Subaru SVX weights approximately 130 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 1998 Subaru SVX 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, 1998 Subaru SVX 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 (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru SVX. (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru SVX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick LeSabre | 1998 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | LeSabre | SVX |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
