2002 Buick LeSabre vs. 1996 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2002 Buick LeSabre is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Caddy would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Buick LeSabre (206 HP) has 132 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 537 kg more than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Buick LeSabre (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. (125 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Buick LeSabre | 1996 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | LeSabre | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
