2005 Buick LeSabre vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 6 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 23 more horse power than 2011 BMW X3. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 161 kg more than 2005 Buick LeSabre.
Because 2011 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 BMW X3 (380 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick LeSabre | 2011 BMW X3 | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | LeSabre | X3 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 380 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 67 L |