2005 Buick LeSabre vs. 1998 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2005 Buick LeSabre is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda RX-7 (280 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2005 Buick LeSabre. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 348 kg more than 1998 Mazda RX-7.
Because 1998 Mazda RX-7 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 1998 Mazda RX-7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1998 Mazda RX-7 (315 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm). This means 1998 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick LeSabre | 1998 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | LeSabre | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |
