2005 Buick LeSabre vs. 1995 Kia Retona
To start off, 2005 Buick LeSabre is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Kia Retona would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1995 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Retona weights approximately 241 kg more than 2005 Buick LeSabre.
Because 1995 Kia Retona 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, 1995 Kia Retona 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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Kia Retona. (205 Nm). This means 2005 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick LeSabre | 1995 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Buick | Kia |
| Model | LeSabre | Retona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2370 mm |
