2004 Buick LeSabre vs. 2005 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2005 Mazda Drifter 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 82 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 297 kg more than 2005 Mazda Drifter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Drifter 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, 2005 Mazda Drifter 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, 2004 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick LeSabre | 2005 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | LeSabre | Drifter |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2604 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1320 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
