2005 Buick LeSabre vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 7 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 4 more horse power than 2012 Honda Civic. (201 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Civic.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (230 Nm). This means 2005 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick LeSabre | 2012 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | LeSabre | Civic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
