2005 Buick LeSabre vs. 1994 Subaru SVX
To start off, 2005 Buick LeSabre is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Subaru SVX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Subaru SVX would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Subaru SVX (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Buick LeSabre. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 9 kg more than 1994 Subaru SVX.
Because 1994 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Subaru SVX 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, 2005 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru SVX. (301 Nm). This means 2005 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru SVX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick LeSabre | 1994 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | LeSabre | SVX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
