1999 Buick LeSabre vs. 2006 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2006 Opel Vectra 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Vectra (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Buick LeSabre. (203 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Vectra weights approximately 136 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Vectra. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick LeSabre | 2006 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | LeSabre | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |
