1999 Buick LeSabre vs. 2008 Citroen Picasso
To start off, 2008 Citroen Picasso 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 164 kg more than 2008 Citroen Picasso.
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, 1999 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Picasso. (196 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1999 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick LeSabre | 2008 Citroen Picasso | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | LeSabre | Picasso |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
