2000 Buick LeSabre vs. 2008 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda FR-V is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2008 Honda FR-V. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 233 kg more than 2008 Honda FR-V. 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, 2000 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda FR-V. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2000 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda FR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Buick LeSabre | 2008 Honda FR-V | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | LeSabre | FR-V |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1449 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |