2003 Buick LeSabre vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Buick LeSabre. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 193 kg more than 2003 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Nissan Frontier 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, 2004 Nissan Frontier 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, 2004 Nissan Frontier (318 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick LeSabre. (311 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick LeSabre | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | LeSabre | Frontier |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3278 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 | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 318 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.9:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 73 L |