1988 Buick LeSabre vs. 2004 Citroen C2
To start off, 2004 Citroen C2 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick LeSabre (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C2. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 565 kg more than 2004 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Buick LeSabre (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C2. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick LeSabre | 2004 Citroen C2 | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | LeSabre | C2 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 41 L |
