2005 Buick LeSabre vs. 2002 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2005 Buick LeSabre is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Holden Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Holden Frontera would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2002 Holden Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Frontera weights approximately 82 kg more than 2005 Buick LeSabre.
Because 2002 Holden Frontera 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 Holden Frontera 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm). This means 2005 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick LeSabre | 2002 Holden Frontera | |
| Make | Buick | Holden |
| Model | LeSabre | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
