2005 Buick LeSabre vs. 1999 Fiat Duna
To start off, 2005 Buick LeSabre is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Duna 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 146 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 688 kg more than 1999 Fiat Duna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm). This means 2005 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick LeSabre | 1999 Fiat Duna | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | LeSabre | Duna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2370 mm |
