1965 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2008 GMC Sierra

To start off, 2008 GMC Sierra is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Citroen Ak 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Citroen Ak 350 would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Sierra (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1536 kg more than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 GMC Sierra 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, 2008 GMC Sierra (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Citroen Ak 350.

Compare all specifications:

1965 Citroen Ak 350 2008 GMC Sierra
Make Citroen GMC
Model Ak 350 Sierra
Year Released 1965 2008
Engine Size 602 cc 4298 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 22 HP 195 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 41 Nm 353 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.8:1 9.2:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 605 kg 2141 kg
Vehicle Length 3610 mm 5710 mm
Vehicle Width 1490 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1710 mm 1880 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 3030 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.9 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 19 L 98 L


 

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