1999 Buick LeSabre vs. 1999 Jeep Wrangler

To start off, both 1999 Buick LeSabre and 1999 Jeep Wrangler were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick LeSabre (203 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1999 Jeep Wrangler. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1999 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 95 kg more than 1999 Jeep Wrangler. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 Jeep Wrangler 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, 1999 Jeep Wrangler 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jeep Wrangler. (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1999 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jeep Wrangler. 1999 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1999 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 1999 Jeep Wrangler 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 1999 Jeep Wrangler
Make Buick Jeep
Model LeSabre Wrangler
Year Released 1999 1999
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 2463 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 203 HP 122 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 312 Nm 193 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96.5 mm 98.3 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 81 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1490 kg 1395 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 3890 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2820 mm 2380 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 57 L


 

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