1997 Buick LeSabre vs. 1993 Citroen C 15
To start off, 1997 Buick LeSabre is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick LeSabre (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1993 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 644 kg more than 1993 Citroen C 15. 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, 1997 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1997 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick LeSabre | 1993 Citroen C 15 | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | LeSabre | C 15 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |
