2005 Buick LeSabre vs. 2003 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2005 Buick LeSabre is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Expedition (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Buick LeSabre. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Expedition weights approximately 872 kg more than 2005 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Expedition 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, 2003 Ford Expedition 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, 2003 Ford Expedition (467 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm). This means 2003 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick LeSabre | 2003 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | LeSabre | Expedition |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 467 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 2490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3030 mm |