2002 Buick LeSabre vs. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 6 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2002 Buick LeSabre. (206 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2002 Buick LeSabre.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Buick LeSabre. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Buick LeSabre | 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | LeSabre | Suburban |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 206 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 117 L |