2002 Citroen C3 vs. 2002 GMC Envoy
To start off, both 2002 Citroen C3 and 2002 GMC Envoy were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 GMC Envoy (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1018 kg more than 2002 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 GMC Envoy 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, 2002 GMC Envoy (448 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C3. 2002 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 2002 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2002 Citroen C3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Citroen C3 | 2002 GMC Envoy | |
Make | Citroen | GMC |
Model | C3 | Envoy |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 448 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2880 mm |