2002 Buick LeSabre vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2002 Buick LeSabre is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Familia 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 Mazda Familia. (129 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 427 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (141 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Buick LeSabre | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | LeSabre | Familia |
Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 206 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 78.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |