1999 Buick LeSabre vs. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER

To start off, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (464 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1999 Buick LeSabre. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER weights approximately 274 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 Dodge CHALLENGER 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 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER. 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, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (637 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick LeSabre. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick LeSabre.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Buick LeSabre 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER
Make Buick Dodge
Model LeSabre CHALLENGER
Year Released 1999 2013
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 6400 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 205 HP 464 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 311 Nm 637 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4300 RPM
Engine Bore Size 97 mm 103 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 94 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 5-speed automatic
Number of Seats 6 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1617 kg 1891 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 5023 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1923 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1449 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2946 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 72 L


 

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