2002 Buick LeSabre vs. 2003 Honda NSX
To start off, 2003 Honda NSX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2002 Buick LeSabre. (206 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2002 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 187 kg more than 2003 Honda NSX.
Because 2003 Honda NSX 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 2003 Honda NSX. 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 Buick LeSabre (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda NSX. (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2002 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Buick LeSabre | 2003 Honda NSX | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | LeSabre | NSX |
Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 206 HP | 249 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |