2004 Buick LeSabre vs. 2008 Honda Fit
To start off, 2008 Honda Fit is newer by 4 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 96 more horse power than 2008 Honda Fit. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 349 kg more than 2008 Honda Fit. 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) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Fit. (142 Nm). This means 2004 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick LeSabre | 2008 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | LeSabre | Fit |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 41 L |
