2006 Citroen C2 vs. 2012 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2012 Buick Enclave is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C2. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Enclave weights approximately 1113 kg more than 2006 Citroen C2. 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, 2012 Buick Enclave (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C2. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C2 | 2012 Buick Enclave | |
| Make | Citroen | Buick |
| Model | C2 | Enclave |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 2168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1842 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 83 L |
