1999 Buick LeSabre vs. 2012 Audi A3
To start off, 2012 Audi A3 is newer by 13 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 5 more horse power than 2012 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 47 kg more than 2012 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A3 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick LeSabre | 2012 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Buick | Audi |
| Model | LeSabre | A3 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
