2005 Buick LeSabre vs. 2007 Toyota Quantum

To start off, 2007 Toyota Quantum 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Quantum. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 297 kg more than 2005 Buick LeSabre.

Because 2007 Toyota Quantum 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 Toyota Quantum. 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 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Quantum. (260 Nm). This means 2005 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Quantum.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Buick LeSabre 2007 Toyota Quantum
Make Buick Toyota
Model LeSabre Quantum
Year Released 2005 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3786 cc 2494 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 205 HP 101 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 312 Nm 260 Nm
Engine Bore Size 97 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 93.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.4:1 18.5:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 6 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1618 kg 1915 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 5390 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 2290 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 3120 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 70 L


 

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