1999 Buick LeSabre vs. 2011 Hyundai i10
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i10 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, 1999 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i10. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 621 kg more than 2011 Hyundai i10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i10. (121 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i10. 1999 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2011 Hyundai i10 has manual transmission. 2011 Hyundai i10 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.
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1999 Buick LeSabre | 2011 Hyundai i10 | |
Make | Buick | Hyundai |
Model | LeSabre | i10 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3565 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1595 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2380 mm |