2002 Buick LeSabre vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2002 Buick LeSabre. (206 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2002 Buick LeSabre.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Buick LeSabre (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Buick LeSabre | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | LeSabre | Sorento |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 206 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 309 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |