1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 307 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick LeSabre (115 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 307. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 312 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 307. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Buick LeSabre 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 1990 Buick LeSabre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 307, 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, 1990 Buick LeSabre (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 307. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick LeSabre | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | LeSabre | 307 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |
