2005 Buick LeSabre vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 2005 Buick LeSabre and 2005 Opel Corsa 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 149 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (56 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 673 kg more than 2005 Opel Corsa. 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 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (105 Nm). This means 2005 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick LeSabre | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | LeSabre | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1684 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 22.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 945 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
