2006 Citroen C4 vs. 2008 GMC Envoy

To start off, 2008 GMC Envoy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C4 would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C4. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Envoy weights approximately 905 kg more than 2006 Citroen C4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Citroen C4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 GMC Envoy 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 Envoy (375 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C4. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C4. 2008 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 2006 Citroen C4 has manual transmission. 2006 Citroen C4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Citroen C4 2008 GMC Envoy
Make Citroen GMC
Model C4 Envoy
Year Released 2006 2008
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1560 cc 4161 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 285 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 240 Nm 375 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4600 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1355 kg 2260 kg
Vehicle Length 4270 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2880 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 4.7 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 83 L


 

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