1984 GMC Suburban vs. 2010 Citroen C6
To start off, 2010 Citroen C6 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C6 (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1984 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 1984 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Suburban weights approximately 429 kg more than 2010 Citroen C6.
Because 1984 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Citroen C6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 GMC Suburban 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, 1984 GMC Suburban (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C6. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1984 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 GMC Suburban | 2010 Citroen C6 | |
| Make | GMC | Citroen |
| Model | Suburban | C6 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2244 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2910 mm |
