2002 Buick LeSabre vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, both 2002 Buick LeSabre and 2002 Honda Accord 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 40 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 51 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord. 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) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (264 Nm). This means 2002 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Buick LeSabre | 2002 Honda Accord | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | LeSabre | Accord |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3001 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 206 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 264 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.1 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1566 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |