2004 Buick LeSabre vs. 1949 Citroen 15
To start off, 2004 Buick LeSabre is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1949 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1949 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 291 kg more than 1949 Citroen 15. 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, 2004 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick LeSabre | 1949 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | LeSabre | 15 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2867 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3100 mm |
