1996 Buick LeSabre vs. 2013 Mazda CX-05
To start off, 2013 Mazda CX-05 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick LeSabre (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2013 Mazda CX-05. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda CX-05. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda CX-05 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1996 Buick LeSabre.
Because 2013 Mazda CX-05 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-05 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, 1996 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda CX-05. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda CX-05.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick LeSabre | 2013 Mazda CX-05 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | LeSabre | CX-05 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4555 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2165 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |
