2001 Citroen Xantia vs. 2001 GMC Sierra

To start off, both 2001 Citroen Xantia and 2001 GMC Sierra were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 GMC Sierra (197 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Sierra weights approximately 475 kg more than 2001 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2001 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 GMC Sierra (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Xantia. (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Xantia.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Citroen Xantia 2001 GMC Sierra
Make Citroen GMC
Model Xantia Sierra
Year Released 2001 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1761 cc 4293 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 89 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 153 Nm 352 Nm
Torque RPM 2600 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1300 kg 1775 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 5170 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 2000 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1810 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 3030 mm


 

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