2004 Buick LeSabre vs. 2003 Renault Clio
To start off, 2004 Buick LeSabre is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Clio 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 132 more horse power than 2003 Renault Clio. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 637 kg more than 2003 Renault Clio. 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 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick LeSabre | 2003 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | LeSabre | Clio |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
