2003 Buick LeSabre vs. 1995 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2003 Buick LeSabre is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1995 Subaru Impreza. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1995 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 473 kg more than 1995 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Subaru Impreza 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, 2003 Buick LeSabre (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Subaru Impreza. 2003 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1995 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 1995 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick LeSabre | 1995 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | LeSabre | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1144 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2530 mm |
