2000 Buick LeSabre vs. 1987 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2000 Buick LeSabre is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1987 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 198 kg more than 2000 Buick LeSabre.
Because 1987 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2000 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mercedes-Benz G. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mercedes-Benz G. 2000 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1987 Mercedes-Benz G has manual transmission. 1987 Mercedes-Benz G will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Buick LeSabre | 1987 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | LeSabre | G |
Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2410 mm |