1997 Buick LeSabre vs. 2005 Kia Carens
To start off, 2005 Kia Carens 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 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 90 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carens. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carens weights approximately 688 kg more than 1997 Buick LeSabre.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carens. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Buick LeSabre | 2005 Kia Carens | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | LeSabre | Carens |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2178 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |