2005 Buick LeSabre vs. 2002 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2005 Buick LeSabre is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 SsangYong Rexton would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 SsangYong Rexton (218 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Buick LeSabre. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 271 kg more than 2005 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2002 SsangYong Rexton (318 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm). This means 2002 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick LeSabre | 2002 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Buick | SsangYong |
| Model | LeSabre | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| 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 | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 15.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
