2005 Buick LeSabre vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Buick LeSabre is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Buick LeSabre. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 188 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.
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, 2005 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (289 Nm). This means 2005 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick LeSabre | 2002 Honda Accord | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | LeSabre | Accord |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 289 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |