2004 Buick LeSabre vs. 2003 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Buick LeSabre is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Corolla 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 104 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Corolla. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 452 kg more than 2003 Toyota Corolla. 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 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Corolla. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick LeSabre | 2003 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | LeSabre | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 71.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
