2004 Buick LeSabre vs. 2006 Toyota Avalon

To start off, 2006 Toyota Avalon is newer by 2 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, 2006 Toyota Avalon (268 HP) has 63 more horse power than 2004 Buick LeSabre. (205 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 274 kg more than 2006 Toyota Avalon.

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, 2006 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick LeSabre.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Buick LeSabre 2006 Toyota Avalon
Make Buick Toyota
Model LeSabre Avalon
Year Released 2004 2006
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 3458 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 205 HP 268 HP
Torque 312 Nm 336 Nm
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1629 kg 1355 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 5020 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 8.1 L/100km 7.6 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.8 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.2 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 70 L


 

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