1999 Buick LeSabre vs. 2002 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2002 Porsche Boxster 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, 2002 Porsche Boxster (224 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1999 Buick LeSabre. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 339 kg more than 2002 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2002 Porsche Boxster 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 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Buick LeSabre (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1999 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche Boxster. 1999 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2002 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2002 Porsche Boxster 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 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | LeSabre | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
