1987 Buick Regal vs. 2000 Citroen C5
To start off, 2000 Citroen C5 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Regal would be higher. At 2,843 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Regal (135 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1987 Buick Regal.
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, 1987 Buick Regal (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Regal | 2000 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | Regal | C5 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2843 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 68 L |