1999 Buick LeSabre vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2004 Nissan Xterra 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, 2004 Nissan Xterra (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1999 Buick LeSabre. (203 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 284 kg more than 1999 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Xterra (334 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick LeSabre | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | LeSabre | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 73 L |
