2004 Buick LeSabre vs. 2003 Volvo V70
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 V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo V70 (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Buick LeSabre. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo V70 weights approximately 33 kg more than 2004 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Volvo V70 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, 2003 Volvo V70 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, 2003 Volvo V70 (320 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm). This means 2003 Volvo V70 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 V70 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | LeSabre | V70 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1662 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
