2006 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Buick LaCrosse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Buick LaCrosse would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C5 (204 HP) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Buick LaCrosse. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 395 kg more than 2012 Citroen C5.
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, 2006 Buick LaCrosse (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick LaCrosse | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | LaCrosse | C5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 204 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 66 L |
