2004 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2010 Citroen C8
To start off, 2010 Citroen C8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Buick Rendezvous. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Buick Rendezvous 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 29 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C8. (156 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 170 kg more than 2010 Citroen C8. 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 2010 Citroen C8. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C8. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C8. 2004 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2010 Citroen C8 has manual transmission. 2010 Citroen C8 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 | 2010 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Rendezvous | C8 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
