2005 Buick LeSabre vs. 2009 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 4 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, 2009 Lotus Elise (219 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Buick LeSabre. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 737 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Because 2009 Lotus Elise 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 2009 Lotus Elise. 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (212 Nm). This means 2005 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick LeSabre | 2009 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Buick | Lotus |
Model | LeSabre | Elise |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 219 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 212 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 881 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 44 L |