1995 Buick Riviera vs. 2007 Citroen C5

To start off, 2007 Citroen C5 is newer by 12 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 (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Riviera weights approximately 34 kg more than 2007 Citroen C5. 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, 2007 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Buick Riviera. (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Buick Riviera.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Buick Riviera 2007 Citroen C5
Make Buick Citroen
Model Riviera C5
Year Released 1995 2007
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 2178 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 202 HP 131 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 313 Nm 314 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96.5 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 96 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1700 kg 1666 kg
Vehicle Length 5270 mm 4850 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1560 mm


 

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