2005 Buick LeSabre vs. 1999 Ford Contour
To start off, 2005 Buick LeSabre is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Contour 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 5 more horse power than 1999 Ford Contour. (200 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 226 kg more than 1999 Ford Contour. 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Contour. (224 Nm). This means 2005 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick LeSabre | 1999 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | LeSabre | Contour |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 82.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 56 L |
