2002 Buick LeSabre vs. 2000 Fiat Barchetta
To start off, 2002 Buick LeSabre is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Barchetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Barchetta 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Barchetta. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Barchetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 557 kg more than 2000 Fiat Barchetta. 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, 2002 Buick LeSabre (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Barchetta. 2002 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2000 Fiat Barchetta has manual transmission. 2000 Fiat Barchetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Buick LeSabre | 2000 Fiat Barchetta | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | LeSabre | Barchetta |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2280 mm |
