1999 Buick LeSabre vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 6 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 3,827 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Montero (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1999 Buick LeSabre. (203 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 650 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 2005 Mitsubishi Montero 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Montero 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Montero (336 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick LeSabre | 2005 Mitsubishi Montero | |
Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
Model | LeSabre | Montero |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3827 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |