1999 Buick LeSabre vs. 2010 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2010 Smart ForTwo 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, 1999 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2010 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 797 kg more than 2010 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Smart ForTwo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Buick LeSabre, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Smart ForTwo. 1999 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2010 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2010 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick LeSabre | 2010 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Buick | Smart |
| Model | LeSabre | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 1867 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 33 L |
