2004 Buick LeSabre vs. 2005 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Atos 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 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 148 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (57 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 733 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Atos. 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 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (89 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2004 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick LeSabre | 2005 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Buick | Hyundai |
| Model | LeSabre | Atos |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1085 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
