1999 Buick LeSabre vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 7 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1999 Buick LeSabre. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 73 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 2006 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G (561 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick LeSabre. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick LeSabre | 2006 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | LeSabre | G |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 561 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 96 L |
