2011 Citroen C5 vs. 1999 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C5. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 87 kg more than 2011 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, 1999 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C5. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Citroen C5 | 1999 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Citroen | Buick |
| Model | C5 | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1653 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 70 L |
