2005 Buick LeSabre vs. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 8 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee (459 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 2005 Buick LeSabre. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 718 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.
Because 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee (630 Nm) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm). This means 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick LeSabre | 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Buick | Jeep |
Model | LeSabre | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 6400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 459 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 630 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 2336 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2156 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1756 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2916 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 17.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 93 L |