1999 Buick LeSabre vs. 2000 Porsche 996
To start off, 2000 Porsche 996 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche 996 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1999 Buick LeSabre. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 242 kg more than 2000 Porsche 996.
Because 2000 Porsche 996 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, 2000 Porsche 996 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, 2000 Porsche 996 (357 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick LeSabre. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick LeSabre. 1999 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2000 Porsche 996 has manual transmission. 2000 Porsche 996 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 | 2000 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | LeSabre | 996 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2360 mm |