2002 Buick LeSabre vs. 2006 Lexus ES
To start off, 2006 Lexus ES is newer by 4 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, 2006 Lexus ES (218 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2002 Buick LeSabre. (206 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 2002 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 70 kg more than 2006 Lexus ES.
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, 2006 Lexus ES (321 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Buick LeSabre. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Buick LeSabre | 2006 Lexus ES | |
| Make | Buick | Lexus |
| Model | LeSabre | ES |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3314 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
