2005 Buick LeSabre vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (257 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Buick LeSabre. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 217 kg more than 2005 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (560 Nm) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | LeSabre | E |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
