2001 Buick LeSabre vs. 2001 Ford 49

To start off, both 2001 Buick LeSabre and 2001 Ford 49 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,899 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford 49 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2001 Ford 49. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford 49. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 322 kg more than 2001 Ford 49. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2001 Ford 49 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 2001 Ford 49. 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) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford 49. (175 Nm). This means 2001 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford 49.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Buick LeSabre 2001 Ford 49
Make Buick Ford
Model LeSabre 49
Year Released 2001 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 3899 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 205 HP 128 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 311 Nm 175 Nm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 6 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1620 kg 1298 kg
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2620 mm


 

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