1999 Buick LeSabre vs. 2013 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 300 is newer by 14 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chrysler 300 (358 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1999 Buick LeSabre. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 431 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 2013 Chrysler 300 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, 2013 Chrysler 300 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, 2013 Chrysler 300 (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick LeSabre. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Buick | Chrysler |
Model | LeSabre | 300 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 358 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 534 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 2048 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5044 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3052 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |