2009 Buick Enclave vs. 1999 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 2009 Buick Enclave is newer by 10 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), 2009 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Enclave weights approximately 610 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.
Because 2009 Buick Enclave is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave 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, 2009 Buick Enclave (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Enclave | 1999 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Enclave | Xantia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 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 | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1336 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 54 L |
