1997 Buick LeSabre vs. 2005 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Toyota Celica 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 62 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Celica. (140 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 390 kg more than 2005 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Celica. (170 Nm). This means 1997 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick LeSabre | 2005 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | LeSabre | Celica |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
