2005 Citroen C3 vs. 2005 GMC Safari
To start off, both 2005 Citroen C3 and 2005 GMC Safari were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Safari (187 HP) has 115 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C3. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 683 kg more than 2005 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C3, 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, 2005 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C3. 2005 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2005 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2005 Citroen C3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Citroen C3 | 2005 GMC Safari | |
Make | Citroen | GMC |
Model | C3 | Safari |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 187 HP |
Torque | 118 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 102.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1211 kg | 1894 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 98 L |