2008 Buick Enclave vs. 1999 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 2008 Buick Enclave is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick Enclave (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Enclave weights approximately 524 kg more than 1999 Citroen Xantia. 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, 2008 Buick Enclave (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick Enclave | 1999 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Enclave | Xantia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1336 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 54 L |
