2004 Buick LeSabre vs. 2005 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2005 Volvo XC90 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 23 more horse power than 2005 Volvo XC90. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 551 kg more than 2004 Buick LeSabre.
Because 2005 Volvo XC90 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 Volvo XC90 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, 2005 Volvo XC90 (400 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm). This means 2005 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick LeSabre | 2005 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | LeSabre | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
