1999 Buick LeSabre vs. 2004 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2004 Volvo XC90 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 Volvo XC90 (268 HP) has 65 more horse power than 1999 Buick LeSabre. (203 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 616 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.
Because 2004 Volvo XC90 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, 2004 Volvo XC90 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, 2004 Volvo XC90 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick LeSabre | 2004 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | LeSabre | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
