1997 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2010 Citroen C4
To start off, 2010 Citroen C4 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C4. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 327 kg more than 2010 Citroen C4. 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, 1997 Buick Park Avenue (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C4. (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Buick Park Avenue | 2010 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | Park Avenue | C4 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |