2005 Buick LeSabre vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 3 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 67 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 232 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. 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, 2008 Honda Civic (340 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick LeSabre | 2008 Honda Civic | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | LeSabre | Civic |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2204 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 | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 340 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 16.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |