2003 Buick LeSabre vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 4 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, 2007 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2003 Buick LeSabre. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 63 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 2007 BMW 330 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 2007 BMW 330. 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, 2007 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick LeSabre. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick LeSabre | 2007 BMW 330 | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | LeSabre | 330 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |