2002 Buick LeSabre vs. 2007 Jaguar S-Type

To start off, 2007 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 5 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 2 more horse power than 2007 Jaguar S-Type. (204 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2007 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 117 kg more than 2002 Buick LeSabre.

Because 2007 Jaguar S-Type 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 2007 Jaguar S-Type. 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, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (335 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Buick LeSabre. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Buick LeSabre. 2002 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2007 Jaguar S-Type has manual transmission. 2007 Jaguar S-Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2002 Buick LeSabre 2007 Jaguar S-Type
Make Buick Jaguar
Model LeSabre S-Type
Year Released 2002 2007
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 2720 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 206 HP 204 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 311 Nm 335 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 97 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.4:1 17.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1617 kg 1734 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4880 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2920 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 70 L