1993 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2001 Citroen C
To start off, 2001 Citroen C is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Buick Roadmaster (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 909 kg more than 2001 Citroen C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 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 1993 Buick Roadmaster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C, 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, 1993 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C. (111 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Buick Roadmaster | 2001 Citroen C | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | Roadmaster | C |
Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |