2007 Buick Lucerne vs. 2000 Citroen C3
To start off, 2007 Buick Lucerne is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Lucerne (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 951 kg more than 2000 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, 2007 Buick Lucerne (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick Lucerne | 2000 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Lucerne | C3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
