2004 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2005 Citroen C4
To start off, 2005 Citroen C4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP) has 97 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C4. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 407 kg more than 2005 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, 2004 Buick Park Avenue (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C4. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Park Avenue | 2005 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | Park Avenue | C4 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1587 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 |
Torque | 312 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |