2005 Buick LeSabre vs. 2002 Ford Escape
To start off, 2005 Buick LeSabre is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Escape would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2002 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 159 kg more than 2002 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Escape. (168 Nm). This means 2005 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick LeSabre | 2002 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | LeSabre | Escape |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 59 L |
