1999 Buick LeSabre vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2010 Opel Insignia is newer by 11 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, 2010 Opel Insignia (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1999 Buick LeSabre. (203 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick LeSabre.
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, 2010 Opel Insignia (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick LeSabre | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | LeSabre | Insignia |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2737 mm |