1997 Buick LeSabre vs. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 8 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 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick LeSabre (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 82 kg more than 1997 Buick LeSabre.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick LeSabre | 2005 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | LeSabre | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
