1999 Buick LeSabre vs. 1998 Tata Safari
To start off, 1999 Buick LeSabre is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Tata Safari 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 70 more horse power than 1998 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Safari weights approximately 423 kg more than 1999 Buick LeSabre.
Because 1998 Tata Safari 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 Tata Safari 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata Safari. (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata Safari. 1999 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1998 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 1998 Tata Safari 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 | 1998 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Buick | Tata |
| Model | LeSabre | Safari |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |
