2003 Buick LeSabre vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 10 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2003 Buick LeSabre. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 109 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Golf is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (329 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick LeSabre. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick LeSabre. 2003 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2013 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2013 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick LeSabre | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | LeSabre | Golf |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1508 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4212 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
