1999 Buick LeSabre vs. 2002 Toyota FCHV 5
To start off, 2002 Toyota FCHV 5 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 (203 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2002 Toyota FCHV 5. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota FCHV 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota FCHV 5 weights approximately 211 kg more than 1999 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, 2002 Toyota FCHV 5 (353 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota FCHV 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick LeSabre | 2002 Toyota FCHV 5 | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | LeSabre | FCHV 5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2981 cc |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1701 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 2720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
