2006 Citroen C8 vs. 1999 GMC Safari

To start off, 2006 Citroen C8 is newer by 7 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, 2006 Citroen C8 (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1999 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 1999 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 113 kg more than 2006 Citroen C8.

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, 2006 Citroen C8, 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 2006 Citroen C8. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C8.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Citroen C8 1999 GMC Safari
Make Citroen GMC
Model C8 Safari
Year Released 2006 1999
Body Type Minivan 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 201 HP 187 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 338 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 102 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.6 mm 88 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1842 kg 1955 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1980 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1910 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 98 L


 

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