1996 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2010 Citroen C-Crosser
To start off, 2010 Citroen C-Crosser is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP) has 86 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C-Crosser. (154 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C-Crosser.
Because 2010 Citroen C-Crosser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C-Crosser will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C-Crosser. (380 Nm). This means 1996 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C-Crosser. 1996 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2010 Citroen C-Crosser has manual transmission. 2010 Citroen C-Crosser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Park Avenue | 2010 Citroen C-Crosser | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Park Avenue | C-Crosser |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3798 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 154 HP |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
