1999 Buick LeSabre vs. 2006 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2006 Toyota 4Runner 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1999 Buick LeSabre. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 362 kg more than 2006 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 2006 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick LeSabre. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | LeSabre | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 415 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 87 L |