2008 BMW 325 vs. 2000 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 222 kg more than 2008 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 325 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 2008 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 325 | 2000 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 325 | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 3791 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1682 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
