2008 Citroen C5 vs. 1994 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Buick Park Avenue (242 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 57 kg more than 2008 Citroen C5. 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, 1994 Buick Park Avenue (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (286 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1994 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C5 | 1994 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Citroen | Buick |
Model | C5 | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1589 kg | 1646 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 68 L |