2006 Citroen C2 vs. 2008 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C2. (120 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1087 kg more than 2006 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Citroen C2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia 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, 2008 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C2. (143 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C2 | 2008 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Citroen | GMC |
| Model | C2 | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 2142 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 83 L |
