1971 Citroen GS vs. 2006 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Citroen GS would be higher. At 5,358 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1971 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen GS.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 GMC Sierra (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen GS | 2006 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Citroen | GMC |
| Model | GS | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 5358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 98 L |
