2006 BMW 740 vs. 2004 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 2006 BMW 740 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 740 (303 HP) has 98 more horse power than 2004 Buick LeSabre. (205 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 740 weights approximately 356 kg more than 2004 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 740 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 2006 BMW 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2006 BMW 740 (390 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm). This means 2006 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 740 | 2004 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 740 | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 205 HP |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |
