2009 Buick Enclave vs. 2009 Citroen C5
To start off, both 2009 Buick Enclave and 2009 Citroen C5 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Enclave (285 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C5.
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, 2009 Buick Enclave (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Enclave | 2009 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | Enclave | C5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 66 L |