2001 Acura TL vs. 1998 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 2001 Acura TL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura TL (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1998 Buick LeSabre. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura TL weights approximately 85 kg more than 1998 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1998 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura TL | 1998 Buick LeSabre | |
Make | Acura | Buick |
Model | TL | LeSabre |
Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |