2008 Buick Enclave vs. 2000 Citroen C5
To start off, 2008 Buick Enclave is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C5 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 218 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Enclave weights approximately 450 kg more than 2000 Citroen C5. 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 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Buick Enclave | 2000 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | Enclave | C5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
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 | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |