2000 Buick LeSabre vs. 2011 Volvo V50
To start off, 2011 Volvo V50 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo V50 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2000 Buick LeSabre. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2000 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 84 kg more than 2011 Volvo V50.
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, 2011 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Buick LeSabre | 2011 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | LeSabre | V50 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1598 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4521 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1499 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |