2003 GMC Safari vs. 2011 Citroen C4

To start off, 2011 Citroen C4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C4. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Safari weights approximately 260 kg more than 2011 Citroen C4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 GMC Safari is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C4. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C4.

Compare all specifications:

2003 GMC Safari 2011 Citroen C4
Make GMC Citroen
Model Safari C4
Year Released 2003 2011
Body Type Van Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4292 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 187 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 338 Nm 270 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 102 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 88 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 8 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1955 kg 1695 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4590 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1910 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 60 L


 

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