2010 Buick Enclave vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Buick Enclave. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Buick Enclave would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Enclave weights approximately 803 kg more than 2012 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, 2010 Buick Enclave (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Buick Enclave | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | Enclave | C5 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
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 | 288 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2168 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5126 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 66 L |