1990 Buick Skylark vs. 2001 Citroen C5
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Skylark (110 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (59 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 363 kg more than 1990 Buick Skylark.
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, 1990 Buick Skylark (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Skylark | 2001 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | Skylark | C5 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2471 cc | 2177 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 68 L |