2002 Buick LeSabre vs. 2012 Volvo C30
To start off, 2012 Volvo C30 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 Volvo C30 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2002 Buick LeSabre. (206 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2002 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 166 kg more than 2012 Volvo C30.
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 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Buick LeSabre. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Buick LeSabre. 2002 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2012 Volvo C30 has manual transmission. 2012 Volvo C30 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Buick LeSabre | 2012 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | LeSabre | C30 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
