2004 Buick LeSabre vs. 2009 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 5 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, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Buick LeSabre. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 381 kg more than 2004 Buick LeSabre. 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, 2009 Honda Pilot (343 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick LeSabre | 2009 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | LeSabre | Pilot |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 343 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |