2001 Buick Blackhawk vs. 2002 Honda Saber
To start off, 2002 Honda Saber is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Buick Blackhawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Buick Blackhawk would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (458 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 2002 Honda Saber. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Saber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Blackhawk weights approximately 140 kg more than 2002 Honda Saber. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Buick Blackhawk 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 2001 Buick Blackhawk. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Saber, 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, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (705 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Saber. (240 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Saber.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Buick Blackhawk | 2002 Honda Saber | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Blackhawk | Saber |
Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7458 cc | 2649 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 458 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 705 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 76 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |