2005 Buick LeSabre vs. 2012 Peugeot 508
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 508 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) has 4 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 508. (201 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 508.
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 Peugeot 508 (338 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm). This means 2012 Peugeot 508 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick LeSabre | 2012 Peugeot 508 | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | LeSabre | 508 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1853 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2817 mm |
