2003 Buick Centieme vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Buick Centieme. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Buick Centieme would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Centieme is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Centieme (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C5. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 42 kg more than 2003 Buick Centieme.
Because 2003 Buick Centieme is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme 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, 2003 Buick Centieme (542 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C5. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Centieme | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Centieme | C5 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1836 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 71 L |
