2007 Buick Rainier vs. 2002 Citroen C-Airdream
To start off, 2007 Buick Rainier is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C-Airdream. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C-Airdream would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Rainier (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C-Airdream. (208 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C-Airdream.
Because 2007 Buick Rainier 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 2007 Buick Rainier. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C-Airdream, 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, 2007 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C-Airdream. (284 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C-Airdream.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick Rainier | 2002 Citroen C-Airdream | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Rainier | C-Airdream |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.9 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |
