2005 Buick LeSabre vs. 2012 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2012 Nissan Murano 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, 2012 Nissan Murano (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Buick LeSabre. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Murano weights approximately 173 kg more than 2005 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Nissan Murano (325 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm). This means 2012 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick LeSabre | 2012 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | LeSabre | Murano |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 1791 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 82 L |
