2004 Citroen C 15 vs. 2001 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2004 Citroen C 15 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 745 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.
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, 2001 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C 15. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C 15 | 2001 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Citroen | Buick |
Model | C 15 | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 3798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |