2004 Buick LeSabre vs. 2005 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2005 Dodge Viper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 2004 Buick LeSabre. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 106 kg more than 2005 Dodge Viper.
Because 2005 Dodge Viper 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 2005 Dodge Viper. 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, 2005 Dodge Viper (712 Nm) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick LeSabre | 2005 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | LeSabre | Viper |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 8276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 712 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 102.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 100.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1523 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 19.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |