1999 Buick LeSabre vs. 2008 Saturn Aura
To start off, 2008 Saturn Aura is newer by 9 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, 1999 Buick LeSabre (203 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2008 Saturn Aura. (164 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2008 Saturn Aura.
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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saturn Aura. (216 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saturn Aura.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick LeSabre | 2008 Saturn Aura | |
Make | Buick | Saturn |
Model | LeSabre | Aura |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |