2001 Buick LeSabre vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 213 kg more than 2005 Mazda 6. 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, 2001 Buick LeSabre (311 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (210 Nm). This means 2001 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Buick LeSabre | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | LeSabre | 6 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
