1999 Buick LeSabre vs. 2007 Lexus IS
To start off, 2007 Lexus IS 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus IS (205 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Buick LeSabre. (203 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus IS weights approximately 275 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 Lexus IS 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 Lexus IS 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, 1999 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick LeSabre | 2007 Lexus IS | |
Make | Buick | Lexus |
Model | LeSabre | IS |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |