1999 Buick LeSabre vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1999 Buick LeSabre. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 218 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, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick LeSabre. (311 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick LeSabre | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | LeSabre | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 382 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 87 L |