2002 Audi R8 vs. 2005 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 2005 Buick LeSabre is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi R8 would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 405 more horse power than 2005 Buick LeSabre. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 1616 kg more than 2002 Audi R8.
Because 2002 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi R8 will offer significantly more control. 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 Audi R8 (698 Nm) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm). This means 2002 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi R8 | 2005 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | R8 | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 698 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1618 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 68 L |
