1999 Buick LeSabre vs. 2002 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2002 Toyota Prius 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 134 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Prius. (71 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 367 kg more than 2002 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Buick LeSabre (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Prius. (115 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick LeSabre | 2002 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | LeSabre | Prius |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 48 L |
