2005 Buick LeSabre vs. 2009 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayman (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2005 Buick LeSabre. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 204 kg more than 2009 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2009 Porsche Cayman 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 Porsche Cayman. 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, 2009 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm). This means 2009 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick LeSabre | 2009 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | LeSabre | Cayman |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3385 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 340 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 96.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.1:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |