1994 Buick LeSabre vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Buick LeSabre (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Terrano II. (117 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 75 kg more than 1994 Buick LeSabre.
Because 2005 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1994 Buick LeSabre (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Buick LeSabre | 2005 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | LeSabre | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2660 mm |
