2005 Buick LeSabre vs. 1996 Honda Today
To start off, 2005 Buick LeSabre is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Today would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 908 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today 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, 1996 Honda Today 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 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm). This means 2005 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick LeSabre | 1996 Honda Today | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | LeSabre | Today |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 57 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1400 mm |