1999 Buick LeSabre vs. 2008 Citroen C6
To start off, 2008 Citroen C6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick LeSabre (203 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C6. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C6 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1999 Buick LeSabre.
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, 2008 Citroen C6 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick LeSabre | 2008 Citroen C6 | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | LeSabre | C6 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |