2003 Buick LeSabre vs. 2005 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2005 GMC Envoy is newer by 2 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 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Envoy (275 HP) has 70 more horse power than 2003 Buick LeSabre. (205 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 577 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 2005 GMC Envoy 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 2005 GMC Envoy. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2005 GMC Envoy (373 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick LeSabre. (311 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick LeSabre | 2005 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | LeSabre | Envoy |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4161 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 275 HP |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 95 L |
