2005 Buick LeSabre vs. 2002 Citroen C2
To start off, 2005 Buick LeSabre is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick LeSabre (205 HP) has 133 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C2. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 670 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, 2005 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C2. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick LeSabre | 2002 Citroen C2 | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | LeSabre | C2 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 41 L |
