1986 Buick LeSabre vs. 1994 Citroen XM
To start off, 1994 Citroen XM is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen XM (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1986 Buick LeSabre. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 7 kg more than 1994 Citroen XM.
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, 1986 Buick LeSabre (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen XM. (235 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1986 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Buick LeSabre | 1994 Citroen XM | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | LeSabre | XM |
Year Released | 1986 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2963 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 93.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1493 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |