2000 Buick LeSabre vs. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 9 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, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2000 Buick LeSabre. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2000 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 528 kg more than 2000 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Buick LeSabre | 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Buick | Jeep |
Model | LeSabre | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 2210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |