2002 Buick LeSabre vs. 2004 Citroen C5
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Buick LeSabre would be higher. 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 147 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 2 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Buick LeSabre (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (112 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Buick LeSabre | 2004 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | LeSabre | C5 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 206 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.9:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1619 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |