2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2009 Citroen Xsara

To start off, 2009 Citroen Xsara is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Buick Rendezvous. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Buick Rendezvous 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) has 74 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 648 kg more than 2009 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, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Xsara. 2005 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2009 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2009 Citroen Xsara 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 2009 Citroen Xsara
Make Buick Citroen
Model Rendezvous Xsara
Year Released 2005 2009
Body Type Crossover Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3350 cc 1587 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 182 HP 108 HP
Torque 285 Nm 147 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 91 mm 78.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 82 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1860 kg 1212 kg
Vehicle Length 4740 mm 4190 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2900 mm 2550 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.7 L/100km 6.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 54 L


 

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