2005 Buick LeSabre vs. 2011 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Kyron 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 279 kg more than 2005 Buick LeSabre.
Because 2011 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2005 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 SsangYong Kyron. (311 Nm). This means 2005 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 SsangYong Kyron.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick LeSabre | 2011 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Buick | SsangYong |
Model | LeSabre | Kyron |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
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 | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 311 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.6 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 1897 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |