2001 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2001 Citroen C
To start off, both 2001 Chevrolet Impala and 2001 Citroen C were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Impala (200 HP) has 141 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 627 kg more than 2001 Citroen C. 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, 2001 Chevrolet Impala (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C. (111 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Impala | 2001 Citroen C | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Impala | C |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 59 HP |
Torque | 305 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 23.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 66 L |