2005 Buick LeSabre vs. 2004 Saturn L

To start off, 2005 Buick LeSabre is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Saturn L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Saturn L 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 70 more horse power than 2004 Saturn L. (135 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2004 Saturn L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 309 kg more than 2004 Saturn L. 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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Saturn L. (199 Nm). This means 2005 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Saturn L.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Buick LeSabre 2004 Saturn L
Make Buick Saturn
Model LeSabre L
Year Released 2005 2004
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3800 cc 2196 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 205 HP 135 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 312 Nm 199 Nm
Engine Bore Size 97 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 94 mm
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1629 kg 1320 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4840 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 8.1 L/100km 7.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.8 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.2 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 62 L


 

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