2004 Buick LeSabre vs. 2000 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2004 Buick LeSabre is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Altezza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Altezza 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 131 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Altezza. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Altezza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 15 kg more than 2000 Toyota Altezza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Toyota Altezza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Altezza 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, 2000 Toyota Altezza (610 Nm) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Altezza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick LeSabre | 2000 Toyota Altezza | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | LeSabre | Altezza |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1614 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 87 L |
