2003 Buick LeSabre vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 5 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 27 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 337 kg more than 2008 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2003 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick LeSabre | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Buick | Skoda |
| Model | LeSabre | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
