1994 Buick LeSabre vs. 2005 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Rodius 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 7 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Rodius. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Rodius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 667 kg more than 1994 Buick LeSabre.
Because 2005 SsangYong Rodius 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 SsangYong Rodius 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, 2005 SsangYong Rodius (342 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Buick LeSabre. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Buick LeSabre | 2005 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Buick | SsangYong |
| Model | LeSabre | Rodius |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2217 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |
