2001 Buick LeSabre vs. 2007 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro is newer by 6 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, 2007 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Buick LeSabre. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2001 Buick LeSabre.
Because 2007 Dodge Nitro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Dodge Nitro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Buick LeSabre, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Dodge Nitro (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Buick LeSabre. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Buick LeSabre. 2001 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2007 Dodge Nitro has manual transmission. 2007 Dodge Nitro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Buick LeSabre | 2007 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | LeSabre | Nitro |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 74 L |
