2005 Buick LeSabre vs. 2004 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2005 Buick LeSabre is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Holden Berlina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Holden Berlina would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Berlina weights approximately 22 kg more than 2005 Buick LeSabre.
Because 2004 Holden Berlina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Holden Berlina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Buick LeSabre, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Berlina. (305 Nm). This means 2005 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick LeSabre | 2004 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | Buick | Holden |
| Model | LeSabre | Berlina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2950 mm |
