2007 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Buick Rendezvous. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Buick Rendezvous would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Rendezvous (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C5.
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 Rendezvous (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Buick Rendezvous | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | Rendezvous | C5 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |