2000 Buick LeSabre vs. 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport
To start off, 2000 Buick LeSabre is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport 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 22 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 68 kg more than 2000 Buick LeSabre.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Buick LeSabre | 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | LeSabre | Trans Sport |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3348 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3050 mm |