2004 Buick LeSabre vs. 1990 Citroen C 15
To start off, 2004 Buick LeSabre is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen C 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 161 more horse power than 1990 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 784 kg more than 1990 Citroen C 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) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm). This means 2004 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick LeSabre | 1990 Citroen C 15 | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | LeSabre | C 15 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
