2002 Buick LeSabre vs. 2002 Ford Mondeo
To start off, both 2002 Buick LeSabre and 2002 Ford Mondeo were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 91 more horse power than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 227 kg more than 2002 Ford Mondeo. 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2002 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Mondeo. 2002 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2002 Ford Mondeo 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 | 2002 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | LeSabre | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
