2005 Buick LeSabre vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Buick LeSabre. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 88 kg more than 2007 Nissan Frontier.
Because 2007 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Frontier (382 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick LeSabre | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | LeSabre | Frontier |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 382 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |