2005 Buick LeSabre vs. 2005 Oldsmobile Alero

To start off, both 2005 Buick LeSabre and 2005 Oldsmobile Alero 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 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Oldsmobile Alero. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2005 Oldsmobile Alero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 258 kg more than 2005 Oldsmobile Alero. 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Oldsmobile Alero. (203 Nm). This means 2005 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Oldsmobile Alero.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Buick LeSabre 2005 Oldsmobile Alero
Make Buick Oldsmobile
Model LeSabre Alero
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3786 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 138 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 312 Nm 203 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 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1618 kg 1360 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 53 L


 

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