2005 Buick LeSabre vs. 2000 Kia Pride Wagon
To start off, 2005 Buick LeSabre is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Pride Wagon 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 142 more horse power than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 798 kg more than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. 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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. (135 Nm). This means 2005 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick LeSabre | 2000 Kia Pride Wagon | |
| Make | Buick | Kia |
| Model | LeSabre | Pride Wagon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2350 mm |
