1999 Buick LeSabre vs. 2004 Hyundai Trajet
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Trajet 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Trajet. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 293 kg more than 1999 Buick LeSabre.
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 @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Trajet. (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Trajet.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick LeSabre | 2004 Hyundai Trajet | |
Make | Buick | Hyundai |
Model | LeSabre | Trajet |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |