1990 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2009 Citroen C5
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C5 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 445 kg more than 2009 Citroen C5.
Because 1990 Buick Roadmaster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Buick Roadmaster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Buick Roadmaster (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C5. 1990 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 2009 Citroen C5 has manual transmission. 2009 Citroen C5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Roadmaster | 2009 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Roadmaster | C5 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |
