2005 Buick LeSabre vs. 2008 Kia Rio
To start off, 2008 Kia Rio 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2008 Kia Rio. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 565 kg more than 2008 Kia Rio. 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 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (125 Nm). This means 2005 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick LeSabre | 2008 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Buick | Kia |
| Model | LeSabre | Rio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
