2006 Citroen C8 vs. 2006 GMC Savana
To start off, both 2006 Citroen C8 and 2006 GMC Savana were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Savana (195 HP) has 89 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C8. (106 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 587 kg more than 2006 Citroen C8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Savana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Citroen C8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana 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 GMC Savana (353 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C8. (270 Nm). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C8. 2006 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2006 Citroen C8 has manual transmission. 2006 Citroen C8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C8 | 2006 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Citroen | GMC |
| Model | C8 | Savana |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 195 HP |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 117 L |
