2005 Buick LeSabre vs. 2001 Citroen C5
To start off, 2005 Buick LeSabre is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 255 kg more than 2001 Citroen C5. 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, 2005 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick LeSabre | 2001 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | LeSabre | C5 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 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 | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 110 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |