2005 Buick LeSabre vs. 2003 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2005 Buick LeSabre is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Punto 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 134 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 653 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto. 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (180 Nm). This means 2005 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick LeSabre | 2003 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | LeSabre | Punto |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1251 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 3.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 49 L |
