2005 Buick LeSabre vs. 2011 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Equator 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 55 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki Equator. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 654 kg more than 2011 Suzuki Equator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Suzuki Equator 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 2011 Suzuki Equator. 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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Equator. (171 Nm). This means 2005 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Equator.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick LeSabre | 2011 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | Buick | Suzuki |
Model | LeSabre | Equator |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 171 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |