2004 Buick LeSabre vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 9 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 2004 Buick LeSabre. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 51 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.
Because 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Aston Martin Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Buick LeSabre, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (569 Nm) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick LeSabre | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
Make | Buick | Aston Martin |
Model | LeSabre | Vantage |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 569 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4385 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2022 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1241 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 19.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |