2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2003 Citroen C5
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 576 kg more than 2003 Citroen C5. 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, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (315 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C5. (160 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C5. 2005 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2003 Citroen C5 has manual transmission. 2003 Citroen C5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Buick Rendezvous will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rendezvous | 2003 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Rendezvous | C5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |
