1999 Buick LeSabre vs. 2011 Renault Duster
To start off, 2011 Renault Duster 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 101 more horse power than 2011 Renault Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 417 kg more than 2011 Renault Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Renault Duster 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, 2011 Renault Duster 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, 1999 Buick LeSabre (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Duster. 1999 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2011 Renault Duster has manual transmission. 2011 Renault Duster 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 Renault Duster | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | LeSabre | Duster |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2673 mm |