1999 Buick LeSabre vs. 2004 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 5 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 (205 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 113 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu. (298 Nm). This means 1999 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick LeSabre | 2004 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | LeSabre | Malibu |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |
