2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2008 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2008 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C5 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Buick Park Avenue. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 197 kg more than 2006 Citroen C5.
Because 2008 Buick Park Avenue is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Buick Park Avenue. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Buick Park Avenue. (265 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Buick Park Avenue.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C5 | 2008 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Citroen | Buick |
Model | C5 | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2945 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1694 kg | 1891 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5175 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1899 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3009 mm |