2001 Buick LeSabre vs. 1997 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2001 Buick LeSabre is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 710 kg more than 2001 Buick LeSabre.
Because 1997 Chevrolet Express 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 1997 Chevrolet Express. 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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Buick LeSabre. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Buick LeSabre | 1997 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | LeSabre | Express |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3440 mm |
