2004 Buick LeSabre vs. 1995 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2004 Buick LeSabre is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1995 Renault Safrane. (162 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 122 kg more than 1995 Renault Safrane. 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, 2004 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Safrane. (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick LeSabre | 1995 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | LeSabre | Safrane |
Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2434 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 14.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |