2004 Buick LeSabre vs. 2011 Cadillac DTS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac DTS is newer by 7 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac DTS (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2004 Buick LeSabre. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 189 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, 2011 Cadillac DTS (390 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm). This means 2011 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick LeSabre | 2011 Cadillac DTS | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | LeSabre | DTS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5273 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
