2004 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1957 Citroen 11
To start off, 2004 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Citroen 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Citroen 11 would be higher. At 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Rendezvous (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1957 Citroen 11. (55 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 700 kg more than 1957 Citroen 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Citroen 11. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rendezvous 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. 2004 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 1957 Citroen 11 has manual transmission. 1957 Citroen 11 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Buick Rendezvous will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rendezvous | 1957 Citroen 11 | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Rendezvous | 11 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3100 mm |
