1995 Buick LeSabre vs. 2005 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2005 Holden Berlina is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Buick LeSabre would be higher. Both 1995 Buick LeSabre and 2005 Holden Berlina are equipped with a 3,791 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1995 Buick LeSabre. (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1995 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Berlina weights approximately 94 kg more than 1995 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Holden Berlina 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 2005 Holden Berlina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Buick LeSabre, 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, 2005 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Buick LeSabre. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Buick LeSabre | 2005 Holden Berlina | |
Make | Buick | Holden |
Model | LeSabre | Berlina |
Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1644 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2950 mm |