2002 Buick LeSabre vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry is newer by 3 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, 2002 Buick LeSabre (206 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Camry. (189 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 17 kg more than 2005 Toyota Camry. 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Camry. (273 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Buick LeSabre | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | LeSabre | Camry |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 206 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 273 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |