2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1954 Citroen 15
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (182 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1954 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1954 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 535 kg more than 1954 Citroen 15. 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, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Citroen 15. 2005 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 1954 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1954 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Buick Rendezvous will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rendezvous | 1954 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Rendezvous | 15 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 6.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3100 mm |
