2005 Buick LeSabre vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Buick LeSabre is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Legacy (206 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Buick LeSabre. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 8 kg more than 2000 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2000 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (282 Nm). This means 2005 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick LeSabre | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | LeSabre | Legacy |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 206 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 282 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |