1999 Buick LeSabre vs. 2011 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2011 Chrysler 300 is newer by 12 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, 2011 Chrysler 300 (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1999 Buick LeSabre. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 200 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 2011 Chrysler 300 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 2011 Chrysler 300. 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, 2011 Chrysler 300 (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick LeSabre. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick LeSabre | 2011 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | LeSabre | 300 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1817 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3053 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
