1997 Buick LeSabre vs. 2003 BMW 330
To start off, 2003 BMW 330 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick LeSabre (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2003 BMW 330. (189 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 330 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1997 Buick LeSabre.
Because 2003 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 BMW 330 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, 2003 BMW 330 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Buick LeSabre | 2003 BMW 330 | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | LeSabre | 330 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |