2001 Buick LeSabre vs. 2006 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2006 Kia Sedona is newer by 5 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, 2006 Kia Sedona (245 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2001 Buick LeSabre. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2001 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sedona weights approximately 380 kg more than 2001 Buick LeSabre. 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, 2006 Kia Sedona (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Buick LeSabre. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Buick LeSabre | 2006 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Buick | Kia |
| Model | LeSabre | Sedona |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
