2004 Buick LeSabre vs. 2002 Renault Espace
To start off, 2004 Buick LeSabre is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Espace would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2004 Buick LeSabre. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 147 kg more than 2004 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, 2002 Renault Espace (320 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick LeSabre | 2002 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | LeSabre | Espace |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 17.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |
