1997 Buick LeSabre vs. 2008 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 11 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick LeSabre (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 74 kg more than 1997 Buick LeSabre.
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, 2008 Ford Mondeo (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Buick LeSabre | 2008 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | LeSabre | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1564 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 59 L |