2004 Buick LeSabre vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2004 Buick LeSabre is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2004 Buick LeSabre. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 279 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (353 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick LeSabre | 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | LeSabre | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
