2002 Buick LeSabre vs. 2005 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Frontera 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 4 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 103 kg more than 2002 Buick LeSabre.
Because 2005 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Buick LeSabre | 2005 Vauxhall Frontera | |
Make | Buick | Vauxhall |
Model | LeSabre | Frontera |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 206 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |