2004 Buick LeSabre vs. 2004 MG TF

To start off, both 2004 Buick LeSabre and 2004 MG TF were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 87 more horse power than 2004 MG TF. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2004 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 429 kg more than 2004 MG TF. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 MG TF is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 MG TF. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Buick LeSabre, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MG TF. (165 Nm). This means 2004 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MG TF.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Buick LeSabre 2004 MG TF
Make Buick MG
Model LeSabre TF
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type Sedan Roadster
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 3791 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 205 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 312 Nm 165 Nm
Engine Bore Size 97.1 mm 80 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 89.3 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.4:1 10.5:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 6 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1629 kg 1200 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 3950 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1270 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2380 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 50 L


 

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