2001 Buick LeSabre vs. 2010 Citroen C5
To start off, 2010 Citroen C5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C5. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C5 weights approximately 33 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Buick LeSabre (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C5. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Buick LeSabre | 2010 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | LeSabre | C5 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1653 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 71 L |