2005 Buick LeSabre vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2005 Buick LeSabre and 2005 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (221 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Buick LeSabre. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 93 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz E 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 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. 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 Mercedes-Benz E (315 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick LeSabre | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | LeSabre | E |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 315 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |