1999 Buick LeSabre vs. 2005 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2005 Holden Frontera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick LeSabre (203 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Holden Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Frontera weights approximately 210 kg more than 1999 Buick LeSabre.
Because 2005 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Holden Frontera 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, 1999 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Frontera. 1999 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2005 Holden Frontera has manual transmission. 2005 Holden Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick LeSabre | 2005 Holden Frontera | |
| Make | Buick | Holden |
| Model | LeSabre | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2710 mm |
