2002 Buick LeSabre vs. 2006 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Rodius 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, 2002 Buick LeSabre (206 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Rodius. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Rodius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 600 kg more than 2002 Buick LeSabre.
Because 2006 SsangYong Rodius 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, 2006 SsangYong Rodius 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, 2006 SsangYong Rodius (342 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Buick LeSabre. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Buick LeSabre | 2006 SsangYong Rodius | |
Make | Buick | SsangYong |
Model | LeSabre | Rodius |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 206 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 2217 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |