2004 Buick LeSabre vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Galant 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 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Galant (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Buick LeSabre. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 14 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Galant.
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, 2005 Mitsubishi Galant (339 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick LeSabre | 2005 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
Model | LeSabre | Galant |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 339 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |