1997 Buick LeSabre vs. 2002 Renault Espace
To start off, 2002 Renault Espace is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick LeSabre (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2002 Renault Espace. (162 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 251 kg more than 1997 Buick LeSabre.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Espace. (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1997 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick LeSabre | 2002 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | LeSabre | Espace |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1741 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 83 L |
