2002 Buick LeSabre vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, both 2002 Buick LeSabre and 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK (342 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2002 Buick LeSabre. (206 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2002 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 3 kg more than 2002 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Buick LeSabre, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz CLK (520 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Buick LeSabre. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Buick LeSabre | 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | LeSabre | CLK |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 206 HP | 342 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |