Acura TSX vs Buick LeSabre
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2005 Buick LeSabre
Overview
| Spec | Acura TSXBase | Buick LeSabreCustom |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Base | Custom |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2014 | 2005 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Acura TSXBase | Buick LeSabreCustom |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $30,635 | $26,725 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Acura TSXBase | Buick LeSabreCustom |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 26 MPG (best) | 21 MPG |
| City MPG | 22 MPG (best) | 18 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 31 MPG (best) | 27 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 18.5 gal (best) | 18 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Acura TSXBase | Buick LeSabreCustom |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 201 hp | 205 hp (best) |
| Torque | 170 lb-ft | 230 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 2.4 L | 3.8 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Acura TSXBase | Buick LeSabreCustom |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 6 seats (best) |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 14 cu ft | 18 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | — | 1,000 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,479 lbs (best) | 3,567 lbs |
| Ground clearance | — | 5.4 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 106.5 in | 112.2 in (best) |
| Length | 185.6 in | 200 in (best) |
| Width | 72.4 in | 73.5 in (best) |
| Height | 56.7 in | 57 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Acura TSXBase | Buick LeSabreCustom |
|---|---|---|
| Frontal crash (driver) | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Rollover | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 3 | None reported (best) |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Acura TSX | Buick LeSabre |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base $30,635 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Custom $26,725 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Base $31,985 MSRP | Limited $32,385 MSRP |
| 3 | Special Edition $31,635 MSRP | — |
| 4 | Special Edition $31,635 MSRP | — |
| 5 | Technology Package $33,735 MSRP | — |
| 6 | Technology Package $35,635 MSRP | — |
| 7 | Technology Package $39,275 MSRP | — |
Acura TSX vs Buick LeSabre FAQ
- Which is better: 2014 Acura TSX or 2005 Buick LeSabre?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2014 Acura TSX vs 2005 Buick LeSabre on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2014 Acura TSX or 2005 Buick LeSabre?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2005 Buick LeSabre starts lower at $26,725.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2014 Acura TSX or 2005 Buick LeSabre?
- The 2005 Buick LeSabre leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (26,725).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2014 Acura TSX or 2005 Buick LeSabre?
- The 2014 Acura TSX leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (26).
- Which has better horsepower: 2014 Acura TSX or 2005 Buick LeSabre?
- The 2014 Acura TSX leads on horsepower in this comparison (280).
- Which has better seats: 2014 Acura TSX or 2005 Buick LeSabre?
- The 2005 Buick LeSabre leads on seats in this comparison (6).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2014 Acura TSX or 2005 Buick LeSabre?
- The 2005 Buick LeSabre leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (1,000).