2005 Buick LeSabre vs. 2008 Mazda 5
To start off, 2008 Mazda 5 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 64 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 5. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 8 kg more than 2008 Mazda 5. 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 Mazda 5 (360 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm). This means 2008 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick LeSabre | 2008 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | LeSabre | 5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 16.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
