2000 Buick LeSabre vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Buick LeSabre 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 64 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 183 kg more than 2000 Buick LeSabre.
Because 2008 SsangYong Korando 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, 2008 SsangYong Korando 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 2000 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Korando. 2000 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2008 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 2008 SsangYong Korando 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Buick LeSabre | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Buick | SsangYong |
| Model | LeSabre | Korando |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
