2006 Buick Terraza vs. 1998 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2006 Buick Terraza is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Terraza (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (165 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Terraza weights approximately 350 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Buick Terraza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Buick Terraza (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (193 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Terraza | 1998 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Terraza | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2550 mm |
