1994 Buick LeSabre vs. 2002 Lexus IS
To start off, 2002 Lexus IS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lexus IS (201 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1994 Buick LeSabre. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1994 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 10 kg more than 2002 Lexus IS.
Because 2002 Lexus IS 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 2002 Lexus IS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Buick LeSabre (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lexus IS. (296 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Buick LeSabre | 2002 Lexus IS | |
Make | Buick | Lexus |
Model | LeSabre | IS |
Year Released | 1994 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 66 L |