2006 Buick Rainier vs. 2008 Citroen C5
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Buick Rainier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Buick Rainier would be higher. At 4,194 cc, 2006 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rainier (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5.
Because 2006 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rainier | 2008 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Rainier | C5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 1996 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 66 L |
