2007 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2007 Citroen C8
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Equinox and 2007 Citroen C8 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Equinox (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C8. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 715 kg more than 2007 Citroen C8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Equinox (286 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C8. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Equinox | 2007 Citroen C8 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Equinox | C8 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3425 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |