2008 Buick Lucerne vs. 1996 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 2008 Buick Lucerne is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick Lucerne (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 641 kg more than 1996 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 Lucerne (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Xantia. 2008 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 1996 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 1996 Citroen Xantia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick Lucerne | 1996 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Lucerne | Xantia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2750 mm |
