2005 Buick Rainier vs. 2005 Citroen C4
To start off, both 2005 Buick Rainier and 2005 Citroen C4 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rainier (272 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C4. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 838 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.
Because 2005 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen C4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Buick Rainier (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C4. (134 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C4. 2005 Buick Rainier has automatic transmission and 2005 Citroen C4 has manual transmission. 2005 Citroen C4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Buick Rainier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rainier | 2005 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | Rainier | C4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2095 kg | 1257 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |