2002 Buick LeSabre vs. 2011 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2011 Honda CR-V is newer by 9 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 26 more horse power than 2011 Honda CR-V. (180 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 61 kg more than 2011 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Buick LeSabre (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Buick LeSabre | 2011 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | LeSabre | CR-V |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 206 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1556 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4554 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1819 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1679 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |