2004 Buick LeSabre vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (321 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2004 Buick LeSabre. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 133 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 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 will offer significantly more control. 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 Volvo S60 (480 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick LeSabre | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | LeSabre | S60 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 480 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1762 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2097 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1484 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |