2004 Citroen C2 vs. 2004 GMC Sonoma

To start off, both 2004 Citroen C2 and 2004 GMC Sonoma were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 GMC Sonoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Sonoma (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C2. (106 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Sonoma should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Sonoma weights approximately 415 kg more than 2004 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 GMC Sonoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen C2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 GMC Sonoma 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, 2004 GMC Sonoma (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C2. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Sonoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C2. 2004 Citroen C2 has automatic transmission and 2004 GMC Sonoma has manual transmission. 2004 GMC Sonoma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Citroen C2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Citroen C2 2004 GMC Sonoma
Make Citroen GMC
Model C2 Sonoma
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type Hatchback Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1587 cc 2196 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 106 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 116 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1055 kg 1470 kg
Vehicle Length 3670 mm 5210 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1600 mm
Wheelbase Size 2320 mm 3130 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 41 L 98 L


 

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