2006 Citroen C3 vs. 2011 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2011 Buick Lucerne is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 442 kg more than 2006 Citroen C3. 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, 2011 Buick Lucerne (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C3. 2011 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 2006 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2006 Citroen C3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C3 | 2011 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Citroen | Buick |
| Model | C3 | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 1694 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 5161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |
