2002 Buick LeSabre vs. 2012 Chrysler Voyager
To start off, 2012 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 10 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, 2012 Chrysler Voyager (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2002 Buick LeSabre. (206 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 2002 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 493 kg more than 2002 Buick LeSabre. 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, 2012 Chrysler Voyager (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Buick LeSabre. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Buick LeSabre | 2012 Chrysler Voyager | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | LeSabre | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |
