2003 Buick Rainier vs. 2004 Citroen C 15
To start off, 2004 Citroen C 15 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Buick Rainier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Buick Rainier would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Rainier (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 1105 kg more than 2004 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier 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 Rainier (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C 15. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Rainier | 2004 Citroen C 15 | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | Rainier | C 15 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 66 L |