1994 Buick LeSabre vs. 1990 Citroen XM
To start off, 1994 Buick LeSabre is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen XM would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Buick LeSabre (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1990 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 270 kg more than 1990 Citroen XM. 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, 1994 Buick LeSabre (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1994 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen XM. 1994 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1990 Citroen XM has manual transmission. 1990 Citroen XM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Buick LeSabre | 1990 Citroen XM | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | LeSabre | XM |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 66 L |
