1998 Buick Riviera vs. 2008 Citroen C2
To start off, 2008 Citroen C2 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 4,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick Riviera (125 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C2. (120 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Riviera weights approximately 611 kg more than 2008 Citroen C2. 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, 1998 Buick Riviera (287 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C2. (143 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Riviera | 2008 Citroen C2 | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Riviera | C2 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4130 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 120 HP |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 41 L |
