2001 Buick LeSabre vs. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Buick LeSabre would be higher. Both 2001 Buick LeSabre and 2008 Chevrolet Lumina are equipped with a 3,791 cc engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 70 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Lumina 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 2008 Chevrolet Lumina. 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Buick LeSabre | 2008 Chevrolet Lumina | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | LeSabre | Lumina |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
