2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2011 Citroen C4
To start off, 2011 Citroen C4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C4. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 145 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 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Citroen C4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C4. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2011 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Silverado | C4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 60 L |
