1995 Buick Riviera vs. 2004 Citroen C5
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Riviera (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5.
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 Riviera (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (255 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Buick Riviera | 2004 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Riviera | C5 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
