2003 Buick LeSabre vs. 2006 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Kyron 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 66 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 387 kg more than 2003 Buick LeSabre.
Because 2006 SsangYong Kyron 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 SsangYong Kyron 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 SsangYong Kyron. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 SsangYong Kyron.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick LeSabre | 2006 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Buick | SsangYong |
| Model | LeSabre | Kyron |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
