1999 Buick LeSabre vs. 2002 Honda Life
To start off, 2002 Honda Life is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 827 kg more than 2002 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Buick LeSabre (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life. 1999 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda Life has manual transmission. 2002 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick LeSabre | 2002 Honda Life | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | LeSabre | Life |
Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |