1982 Citroen Mehari vs. 2006 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1982 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 2101 kg more than 1982 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Citroen Mehari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 GMC Sierra (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen Mehari | 2006 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Citroen | GMC |
| Model | Mehari | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 5326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 558 kg | 2659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 6330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 4010 mm |
