2009 BMW X5 vs. 1997 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1997 Buick LeSabre. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick LeSabre.
Because 2009 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 BMW X5 (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 1997 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | X5 | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 68 L |
