1999 Buick LeSabre vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano 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 (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Terrano. (155 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 277 kg more than 1999 Buick LeSabre.
Because 2005 Nissan Terrano 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 Nissan Terrano 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, 2005 Nissan Terrano (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick LeSabre. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick LeSabre | 2005 Nissan Terrano | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | LeSabre | Terrano |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1894 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |