2001 Buick LeSabre vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 12 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (266 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2001 Buick LeSabre. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2001 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 201 kg more than 2001 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac CTS 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 2013 Cadillac CTS. 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2001 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Buick LeSabre | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | LeSabre | CTS |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.7 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1821 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |