2004 Buick Terraza vs. 2001 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2004 Buick Terraza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Terraza (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Terraza weights approximately 772 kg more than 2001 Citroen Xsara. 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, 2004 Buick Terraza (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Terraza | 2001 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Terraza | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 54 L |
