2005 Buick LeSabre vs. 2008 Mazda 3
To start off, 2008 Mazda 3 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 57 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 3. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 300 kg more than 2008 Mazda 3. 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 3. (183 Nm). This means 2005 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick LeSabre | 2008 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | LeSabre | 3 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 183 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |