1999 Buick LeSabre vs. 2007 GMC Savana
To start off, 2007 GMC Savana is newer by 8 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 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Savana (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1999 Buick LeSabre. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Savana weights approximately 736 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 2007 GMC Savana 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, 2007 GMC Savana 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, 2007 GMC Savana (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick LeSabre. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick LeSabre | 2007 GMC Savana | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | LeSabre | Savana |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5325 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 2353 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 117 L |