2005 Buick LeSabre vs. 2003 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2005 Buick LeSabre is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2003 Opel Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Frontera weights approximately 91 kg more than 2005 Buick LeSabre.
Because 2003 Opel Frontera 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 Opel Frontera 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Frontera. (290 Nm). This means 2005 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick LeSabre | 2003 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | LeSabre | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2470 mm |
