2001 Buick LeSabre vs. 2010 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Maxima is newer by 9 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. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Maxima (291 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2001 Buick LeSabre. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2001 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 3 kg more than 2010 Nissan Maxima.
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, 2010 Nissan Maxima (354 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Buick LeSabre. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Buick LeSabre | 2010 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | LeSabre | Maxima |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 354 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1617 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4841 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1859 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |