1999 Buick LeSabre vs. 2003 Holden Rodeo
To start off, 2003 Holden Rodeo is newer by 4 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, 1999 Buick LeSabre (203 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2003 Holden Rodeo. (145 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Rodeo.
Because 2003 Holden Rodeo 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, 2003 Holden Rodeo 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Rodeo. (280 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick LeSabre | 2003 Holden Rodeo | |
| Make | Buick | Holden |
| Model | LeSabre | Rodeo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3060 mm |
