2003 Buick LeSabre vs. 2009 Jaguar XF

To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF is newer by 6 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, 2009 Jaguar XF (235 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2003 Buick LeSabre. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XF weights approximately 62 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 2009 Jaguar XF 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 2009 Jaguar XF. 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, 2003 Buick LeSabre (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jaguar XF. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jaguar XF.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Buick LeSabre 2009 Jaguar XF
Make Buick Jaguar
Model LeSabre XF
Year Released 2003 2009
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 2967 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 205 HP 235 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 311 Nm 293 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4100 RPM
Engine Bore Size 97.1 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.4:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1617 kg 1679 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4970 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1470 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2920 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 70 L


 

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