2005 Citroen C6 vs. 1999 GMC Safari
To start off, 2005 Citroen C6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,291 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C6 (212 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1999 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 1999 GMC Safari.
Because 1999 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 1999 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C6, 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, 1999 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C6. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C6 | 1999 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Citroen | GMC |
| Model | C6 | Safari |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 4291 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2830 mm |
