2002 Buick LeSabre vs. 2002 Citroen C2
To start off, both 2002 Buick LeSabre and 2002 Citroen C2 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Buick LeSabre (206 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 621 kg more than 2002 Citroen C2. 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, 2002 Buick LeSabre (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C2. (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C2. 2002 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2002 Citroen C2 has manual transmission. 2002 Citroen C2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Buick LeSabre | 2002 Citroen C2 | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | LeSabre | C2 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 41 L |
