2001 Buick LeSabre vs. 1995 Toyota Lexcen

To start off, 2001 Buick LeSabre is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. Both 2001 Buick LeSabre and 1995 Toyota Lexcen are equipped with a 3,791 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Lexcen. (194 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Lexcen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 235 kg more than 1995 Toyota Lexcen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1995 Toyota Lexcen is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Toyota Lexcen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Buick LeSabre, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Buick LeSabre (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Lexcen. (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Lexcen. 2001 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1995 Toyota Lexcen has manual transmission. 1995 Toyota Lexcen will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Buick LeSabre 1995 Toyota Lexcen
Make Buick Toyota
Model LeSabre Lexcen
Year Released 2001 1995
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 3791 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 205 HP 194 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 311 Nm 304 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1620 kg 1385 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2740 mm


 

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