2009 BMW 730 vs. 2005 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 2009 BMW 730 is newer by 4 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, 2009 BMW 730 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Buick LeSabre. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 730 weights approximately 202 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 2009 BMW 730 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 2009 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 730. (300 Nm). This means 2005 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 730 | 2005 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 730 | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1618 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 68 L |
