2000 Buick LeSabre vs. 1998 Citroen Saxo
To start off, 2000 Buick LeSabre is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen Saxo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Saxo would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 792 kg more than 1998 Citroen Saxo. 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, 2000 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (93 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2000 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Saxo. 2000 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1998 Citroen Saxo has manual transmission. 1998 Citroen Saxo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Buick LeSabre | 1998 Citroen Saxo | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | LeSabre | Saxo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
