1999 Buick LeSabre vs. 2009 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2009 Infiniti FX is newer by 10 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 5,026 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti FX (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1999 Buick LeSabre. (203 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti FX weights approximately 630 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 2009 Infiniti FX 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, 2009 Infiniti FX 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, 2009 Infiniti FX (500 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick LeSabre | 2009 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Buick | Infiniti |
| Model | LeSabre | FX |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5026 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |
