2005 Buick LeSabre vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante

To start off, 2005 Buick LeSabre is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante (238 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Buick LeSabre. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 68 kg more than 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante.

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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante. (310 Nm). This means 2005 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Buick LeSabre 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante
Make Buick Mitsubishi
Model LeSabre Diamante
Year Released 2005 2000
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3786 cc 2971 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 205 HP 238 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 312 Nm 310 Nm
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1618 kg 1550 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 90 L


 

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