2004 Buick LeSabre vs. 2003 Volvo C70
To start off, 2004 Buick LeSabre is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo C70 (242 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2004 Buick LeSabre. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 114 kg more than 2003 Volvo C70.
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, 2003 Volvo C70 (320 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm). This means 2003 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick LeSabre | 2003 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | LeSabre | C70 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
