2002 Buick LeSabre vs. 2013 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius is newer by 11 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 109 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Prius. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 132 kg more than 2013 Toyota Prius. 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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Buick LeSabre | 2013 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | LeSabre | Prius |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 13.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
