1995 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2011 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2011 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (68 HP @ 2500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 336 kg more than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. 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, 1995 Buick Park Avenue (380 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. 1995 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2011 Citroen Berlingo has manual transmission. 2011 Citroen Berlingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Buick Park Avenue | 2011 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | Park Avenue | Berlingo |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1868 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 23.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |