1999 Buick Regal vs. 2005 Citroen C5
To start off, 2005 Citroen C5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Regal (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C5 weights approximately 73 kg more than 1999 Buick Regal.
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, 1999 Buick Regal (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C5. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Regal | 2005 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | Regal | C5 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 96 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 | 1560 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 66 L |