2003 Buick LeSabre vs. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 3 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, 2003 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 133 kg more than 2003 Buick LeSabre.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick LeSabre | 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | LeSabre | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| 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 | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 74 L |
